BMI stands for body mass index and is a measure of height to weight. It doesn’t take into consideration body composition, age or gender. Therefore is not the most reliable measure for obesity. It is however, and good rule of thumb tool when trying to determine your health risks associated with weight.
A very fit person with higher amount of muscle mass may have a high BMI even though they are healthy a fit.
BMI Categories:
- Underweight = <18.5
- Normal weight = 18.5–24.9
- Overweight = 25–29.9
- Obesity = BMI of 30 or greater
1) To calculate your BMI measure your weight in pounds and height in inches. Then multiply the answer by 703
- [Weight / (height x height)] x 703 = BMI
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