What are the current optimal levels or measures for percent body fat (for each gender), for body mass index (BMI), waist measurement, waist to hip circumference? What is the value of BMI in overweight and in obese classifications?
Optimal level for percent body fat
In male , 18-25% , above 25% it is obese.
In female, 25-32% , above 32% ,it is obese.
Optimal level of Body mass index (BMI)
A BMI between 18.5 and 24.9 is ideal.
Optimal level of waist measurment.
In male , 78-94 cm.
In female, 64-80 cm.
Optimal level of waist to hip circumference.
In male , < 0.90
In females, < 0.80
Value of body mass index (BMI)
BMI= Weight in kg / (height in meter)2
In over weight = 25 - 29.9
In obsese = 30 and above
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