The Body Mass Index is a useful way to check whether you are at a healthy weight for your height. To use, provide your weight and height, your BMI will automatically be shown allowing you to take the necessary steps for a healthier life.
The formulas used to calculate your BMI varies according to the units involved:
BMI (Metric) = (Weight in Kilograms) / (Height in Metres)2
BMI (Imperial) = (Weight in Pounds) x 705 / (Height in Inches)2
| Weight: |
| Height: <= |
|
Your BMI Result |
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|---|---|
| > 35.0 | Super Obesse |
| 30.0 - 35.0 | Obese |
| 25.0 - 29.9 | Over-weight |
| 18.5 - 24.9 | Ideal weight |
| < 18.5 | Under-weight |
*Body Mass Index (BMI) values are shown only as a guide. Muscles tends to be heavy than fat therefore muscular or athletic people can produce inaccurate results. Other factors can include age, sex and racial types.