Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Body Fat

It's incredible how much gross fat we're all carrying around. Here is an accurate Body Fat Calculator if you'd like to know where you're at with your fat.

Body Fat Estimation:
Gender: Female
Waist size at narrowest point: 30 inches
Waist size at navel: 34 inches
Hip size at widest point: 44 inches
Neck at narrowest point: 13 inches

U.S. Navy Formula: 32.29%
YMCA Formula: 28.99%

Studies say that if you have a small waist, your body fat calculation will show a low value. On the other hand, if you carry all your extra weight around your middle, you may have an elevated percentage. Having extra weight in the middle area increases the risk of heart disease and stroke.

For Females:
Average Body Fat for U.S.: 32%
Ideal Body Fat: 22%
Athletic: 15-20%
Dangerous Low: <10%

If you want to go crazy with using different formulas, check out this calculator.


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