This body fat percentage calculator uses the formula developed by the us. For the most part we can calculate our body fat pretty accurately in most cases with the use of height weight and waist circumference. A persons waist to hip ratio whr can give an idea about whether they have more. Body mass index bmi. Body fat percentage for men value 1 body weight 1082 9442. Calculate your body mass index.
Then click the calculate bfp button. Remove replace pages 1 1 to 1 2 pages 1 1 to 1 2. Remove and replace the following sections of coast guard weight and body fat standards program manual comdtinst m10208h. Enter your height either in centimeters or in feet. Body fat calculator estimate your body fat percentage and body fat mass. Body mass index bmi is a measure of body fat based on height and weight that applies to adult men and women.
Tracking your body fat percentage is one way to measure progress when youre trying to lose weight or gain lean muscle mass. Measure your height and waist in either meters and centimeters or feet and inches enter your sex and hit calculate for an estimate. Body mass index bmi is a measure calculated using your height and weight to estimate how much body fat you have. Select compute bmi and your bmi will appear below. Enter your weight and height using standard or metric measures. Essential body fat is a base level of fat that is found in most parts of the body.
Pages 3 3 to 3 4 pages 3 3 to 3 4. Body fat estimate calculator. But it isnt the entire story of your overall health. Page 3 7 pages 3 7. Navy and requires four measurements. Pages 4 1 to 4 2 pages 4 1 to 4 2.
It uses w a ist to height ratio to estimate body fat percentage either measured by caliper or dxa scan. Enter your weight either in kilogram kg or in pounds lb. Navy body fat formula boy fat categorization advice on how to reduce body fat and information on precise methods for measuring the percentage of body fat. The body fat percentage will be calculated and the result will be displayed in the box below the button. It is necessary fat that maintains life and reproductive functions. Complete measurement instructions are given below the tool.
The amount of essential fat differs between men and women and is typically around 2 5 in men and 10 13 in women. Height neck waist and hip circumference. Body fat includes essential body fat and storage body fat. How much should i weigh for my height and age. Bmi takes into account both height and weight but not body composition.