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Body Fat Calculator

Estimate your body fat percentage using body measurements.

Body Fat Calculator

Estimate your body fat percentage.

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What is body fat percentage?

Body fat percentage estimates how much of your body weight comes from fat tissue compared to lean mass.

Why body fat matters

Body fat percentage often provides more useful information than weight alone when tracking fitness progress.

How this calculator works

This calculator uses the U.S. Navy body fat estimation method based on body measurements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is body fat percentage more useful than BMI?

Many people find body fat percentage more informative because it estimates body composition rather than overall weight.

Is this calculation exact?

No. It provides an estimate based on measurements and should not be considered a medical assessment.

Why do women need a hip measurement?

The U.S. Navy formula for women includes hip circumference as part of the calculation.

Can athletes use this calculator?

Yes, but body fat estimation formulas may be less accurate for some athletic populations.

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