How much of your Weight is Due to Excess Fat?

Your Body Mass Index (BMI) is a measure to help assess if you're at a healthy weight and if weight loss is necessary. It can calculate the amount of fat your body consists of and help you decide what is a healthy weight for you.

BMI Calculator

Weight: lbs.

Height: Ft. In.

Body Mass Index

According to the Panel on Energy, Obesity, and Body Weight Standards published by American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, your category is:

Risk of Associated Disease According to BMI and Waist Size
BMI		Waist less than or equal to 40 in. (men) or 35 in. (women)	Waist greater than 40 in. (men) or 35 in. (women)
18.5 or less	Underweight	--	N/A
18.5 - 24.9	Normal	--	N/A
25.0 - 29.9	Overweight	Increased	High
30.0 - 34.9	Obese	High	Very High
35.0 - 39.9	Obese	Very High	Very High
40 or greater	Extremely Obese	Extremely High	Extremely High

Women: If your Body Mass Index is 27.3 or higher, you are defined as overweight.
Men: If your Body Mass Index is 27.8 or higher, you are defined as overweight.

If you know how much of your weight is made up of fat, it can help you determine the amount of fat loss you need to achieve as opposed to just simple weight loss. Many people choose to use their Body Mass Index as their measurement for their diet and weight loss goals.