We have assembled links to calculators that give a fair representation of the shape you're in! You can calculate body mass, body fat, ideal weight, caloric needs and nutritional needs.
Body Mass Calculator
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Body Fat Calculator
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Ideal Weight
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Caloric Needs
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Nutritional Needs
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Now that you have calculated your BMI and found which weight category you are in, what does it mean?
Below 18.5 Underweight
18.5 – 24.9 Normal
25.0 – 29.9 Overweight
30.0 and Above Obese
If your figures are over 24.9 that means you are overweight, and even though you are not as seriously at risk of developing a serious disease,
now is definitely the time to consider getting that BMI back within the normal range.
Once you enter the 30.0 and above your risk of developing a chronic disease such as heart disease, cancer, or diabetes greatly increases..
If you are in the 30.0 and above group for a while, you should obtain a complete health assessment by a physician to decide which might be the best way for you to lose the weight and improve your BMI.
Even a small weight loss -just 10% of your current weight - may help to lower the risk of disease.
BMI is only one piece of your health profile. It is important to talk with your doctor about other risk factors such as waist circumference, smoking, physical activity level, and diet.
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