Calculate BMI

The Body Mass Index (BMI) helps in calculating the height-to-weight ratio of a person.

Height (in meters):

Weight (in kilograms):

BMI Categories:

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

What Is BMI?
BMI stands for Body Mass Index. A person’s BMI is calculated by dividing their weight in kilograms by the square of height in metres. It is an effective and easy way to calculate whether or not someone is at their ideal weight.

BMI provides an idea of the amount of fat someone may have and if any changes are required. Being able to calculate whether someone is obese, underweight, overweight or at their ideal weight helps measure the risk of other illnesses. An unhealthy weight might make one prone to a range of chronic and lifestyle diseases. Several lifestyle diseases are tied to obesity while being underweight also poses health risks.

Note that BMI cannot be the only marker of your health and fitness level. It is always ideal to speak to a health professional to better understand whether or not you are at the right weight and factors that could be affecting your weight other than diet and lifestyle.