Body Fat Calculator
About the Body Fat Calculator
The Body Fat Calculator helps you estimate your body fat percentage using various validated methods. Enter your measurements and choose a calculation method to get your estimated body fat percentage. Use it for: - Tracking body composition changes - Setting fitness goals - Understanding health status - Monitoring progress in weight loss or muscle gain Methods Available: 1. Navy Method: Uses height, neck, and waist measurements (most accurate estimate) 2. BMI Method: Uses BMI, age, and gender 3. Deurenberg Formula: Uses BMI, age, and gender with different coefficients Results are estimates. For medical-grade accuracy, consider DEXA scan, Bod Pod, or hydrostatic weighing.
Frequently Asked Questions
For men: 6-24% is healthy (athletes 6-13%, fitness 14-17%, average 18-24%). For women: 16-30% is healthy (athletes 14-20%, fitness 21-24%, average 25-30%).
Navy method using body measurements is reasonably accurate. DEXA scan or Bod Pod are gold standards but require special equipment. This calculator provides estimates.
Measure every 2-4 weeks to track changes. Measure at the same time of day under similar conditions for consistency.