Body Mass Index (Imperial)
Move the sliders for weight and height to calculate your BMI in the third row.
Imperial Measures
What is BMI?
Body Mass Index (BMI) is a number calculated from a person’s weight and height. BMI is a reliable indicator of body fatness for people. BMI does not measure body fat directly, but research has shown that BMI correlates to direct measures of body fat, such as underwater weighing and dual energy x-ray absorptiometry (DXA). BMI can be considered an alternative for direct measures of body fat. Additionally, BMI is an inexpensive and easy-to-perform method of screening for weight categories that may lead to health problems.
How is BMI used?
BMI is used as a screening tool to identify possible weight problems for adults. However, BMI is not a diagnostic tool. For example, a person may have a high BMI. However, to determine if excess weight is a health risk, a healthcare provider would need to perform further assessments. These assessments might include skinfold thickness measurements, evaluations of diet, physical activity, family history, and other appropriate health screenings.
This is the official classification of the Body Mass Index from the WHO.
| Meaning | BMI |
|---|---|
| Normal weight | 19–24,9 |
| Over weight | 25–29,9 |
| Obesity I | 30–34,9 |
| Obesity II | 35–39,9 |
| Obesity III | > 39.9 |
