What is BMI?
Body Mass Index(BMI) is value derived from person's weight and height. The result of BMI measurement can give an idea about weather a person has correct weight for their height How to Calculate BMI?
BMI calculation is based on simple formula using person's weight and height.
The formula for BMI = kg/m2 where kg is person's weight in kilograms and m2 is their height in meters squared. In simplified format it would be
BMI = (Weight in Kilograms)/(Height in meters * Height in meters)For example if person's weight is 68kg and height is 172cm then
BMI = 68/(1.72 2) = 23
BMI calculator indicate whether person falls under healthy weight, underweight or overweight. If person's BMI is out of healthy range, their health risk may significantly increases.
BMI Range for adults
BMI : weight status
Below 18.5 : Underweight
18.5 – 24.9 : Normal or Healthy Weight
25.0 - 29.9 : Overweight
30.0 & above: Obese
BMI Calculator app helps you find your Body Mass Index, Body Fat Percentage, and Ideal Weight based on your age, height, weight, and gender.
Maintaining a healthy weight is important to help avoid the health risks associated with being underweight, overweight, or obese. In order to lose weight, you need to combine diet and exercise.