Calculating Body Fat at Home
THE NAVY BODYFAT
CALCULATOR
How it works
ALL YOU NEED IS A
TAPE MEASURE
All body fat measurement comes with a margin of error. Admittedly some are better than others, but most range 2-10%. This calculator boasts 3-4% and does a great job of illustrating change, especially when it comes to fat loss. Additionally, if you do not want to invest in a fancy scale or a hand-held bioimpedance device, the cost cannot be beaten (a measuring tape runs $1-5).
And don’t worry, no Algebra PTSD here- we have done all the heavy mathematical lifting as well. Just choose your gender, and plug in the values.
Don’t forget to track your results in our app.
How to Take Your Measurements
For Men
Neck: The neck tape measurement consists of the circumference of the neck, in the location immediately above the Adam’s apple.
Waist: The waist tape measurement consists of the circumference of the narrowest waist level, which is located midway between the lowest rib and the top of the hip bone.
For Women
Neck: The neck tape measurement consists of the circumference of the neck at the most narrow part, for most this is mid-neck.
Waist: The waist tape measurement consists of the circumference of the narrowest waist level, which is located midway between the lowest rib and the top of the hip bone.
Hip: The hip tape measurement consists of the circumference of the waist at the largest point.
