Body Fat Calculator
US Navy Method - Accurate body fat estimation
π Measurements
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π― Body Fat Percentage
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Body Fat
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π Key Metrics
Lean Body Mass
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Fat Mass
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π Body Fat Category Chart
| Category | Men (%) | Women (%) | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Essential Fat | 2-5% | 10-13% | Minimum fat required for health |
| Athletes | 6-13% | 14-20% | Very lean, typical for athletes |
| Fitness | 14-17% | 21-24% | Good level of fitness |
| Acceptable | 18-24% | 25-31% | Average body fat |
| Obese | 25%+ | 32%+ | Excess body fat |
π‘ About the US Navy Method
The US Navy Method is a widely used formula to estimate body fat percentage based on simple circumference measurements. It was developed by the US Navy to quickly assess the fitness level of recruits.
π¨ Male Formula
Body Fat = 86.010 Γ log10(waist - neck) - 70.041 Γ log10(height) + 36.76
π© Female Formula
Body Fat = 163.205 Γ log10(waist + hip - neck) - 97.684 Γ log10(height) - 78.387