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BODY FAT
CALCULATOR

Estimate your body fat percentage using the U.S. Navy method. All you need is a tape measure and 30 seconds. Body fat percentage gives a more accurate picture of your body composition than BMI alone.

CALCULATE YOUR BODY FAT

Gender

BODY FAT CATEGORIES

MEN

Essential fat2-5%
Athlete6-13%
Fitness14-17%
Average18-24%
Above average25%+

WOMEN

Essential fat10-13%
Athlete14-20%
Fitness21-24%
Average25-31%
Above average32%+

HOW TO MEASURE CORRECTLY

WAIST

Measure at navel height. Stand relaxed, breathe out normally, and keep the tape measure level. Don't pull your stomach in.

NECK

Measure just below the Adam's apple (larynx). Keep the tape measure level and snug, but not tight.

HIP (WOMEN)

Measure at the widest point of the hips/buttocks. Stand with feet together and keep the tape measure level.

WANT TO CHANGE YOUR BODY COMPOSITION?

Knowing your body fat percentage is one step. Changing it requires a plan that combines training and nutrition. Send me a message.

By Donovan Moloney, MSc Global Health, BSc Nutrition and Health