What method is used to calculate body fat percentage?

The calculator uses the US Navy method, which is based on measurements of waist, neck, hip (for women) circumference and height. This method is considered fairly accurate for home use.

What body fat percentage is considered normal?

For men, normal body fat percentage is 10-20%, for women - 18-28%. Athletes may have lower body fat: 6-13% for men and 14-20% for women.

How to measure waist circumference correctly?

Measure waist circumference at the level of the navel, without sucking in your stomach. The tape should be parallel to the floor and fit snugly but not compress the body.

Why do women need hip circumference?

The US Navy formula for women takes into account hip circumference because fat distribution in women differs from men. This improves the accuracy of body fat percentage calculation.

How accurate is this method?

The US Navy method has an accuracy of about ±3-4%. For more accurate measurements, you can use DEXA scanning or bioimpedance analysis, but they require special equipment.

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Body Fat Calculator

Find your body fat percentage with high accuracy using the US Navy method.

Gender

Height (cm)170 cm

Waist (cm)80 cm

Neck (cm)35 cm

Hip (cm)95 cm

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