Body fat percentage is the proportion of fat to the total body weight. Here are the body parts you should always measure and how to measure them properly. Basal metabolic rate. You can refer to the following charts and then decide how much weight you need to lose or gain. Muscle mass includes the skeletal muscles smooth muscles such. Chest measure around the fullest part of your bust under your armpits and around your shoulder blades.
Waist to hip ratio whr this is actually the ratio. The body mass index is calculated by dividing your weight in kilograms by your height in meters square. Josey lane suite 152 carrollton tx 75007 tel. Bmi based body measurement chart for women you need to calculate your body mass index which helps you know whether you are overweight or underweight. The predicted weight of muscle in your body. Position the back of your heel at the beginning of the tape and the measure to your longest toe.
If you experience problems visit our troubleshooting page. Understanding your measurements body fat percentage and body fat mass. Body mass index bmi this is calculated by dividing your weight in pounds with the square of your height in inches. Bmi classification this is basically the interpretation of the body mass index and classification in terms of the weight. Craft yarn council 3740 n. Neck measure around the smallest part of your neck.
Go to top. Hand circumference measure around the palm of your dominate hand which is usually just below the knuckles. Total foot length to measure the total length of your foot place a ruler or tape measure on the floor.