Body Fat Calculator

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How it works

The US Navy method estimates body fat from tape measurements. With measurements in inches, men use 86.010 x log10(waist - neck) - 70.041 x log10(height) + 36.76, and women use 163.205 x log10(waist + hip - neck) - 97.684 x log10(height) - 78.387. This calculator converts centimeters to inches for you. It is an estimate and can be off by a few percentage points compared with DEXA scans or calipers.

FAQ

What is a healthy body fat percentage?

Commonly used ranges for men are about 6-24% and for women about 14-31%, depending on age and fitness. Categories here follow the American Council on Exercise: essential fat, athletes, fitness, average and obese.

How do I measure?

Stand relaxed, keep the tape snug but not tight, and measure to the nearest half centimeter. Take each measurement twice and average.

See also: BMI Calculator · BMR and Calorie Calculator · Age Calculator