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Calculate Your Body Mass Index

Body mass index (BMI) is a measure of body fat based on height and weight that applies to both adult men and women.

  • Enter your weight and height using Standard or Metric measures.
  • Click on "Compute BMI" and your BMI will appear in the heart of the figure.

BMI Categories:

  • Underweight = <18.5
  • Normal weight = 18.5-24.9
  • Overweight = 25-29.9
  • Obesity = BMI of 30 or greater

The BMI Tables

Aim for a Healthy Weight:

Note: If this does not work with your browser or for a text alternative to this page, go to our CGI based BMI Calculator

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