BMI Calculator & Healthy Weight Plan

Body mass index (BMI) estimates how healthy your weight is based on your height. BMI can help most adults understand their weight and health risks.
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BMI Calculator

Submit your height and weight to calculate your BMI. Complete optional fields below to learn more about your waist size, health risks, and steps to reach your weight goals.
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Your Waist Size

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measuringTape Measure your waist at the smallest point and your hips at the widest.
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Healthy Weight Plan

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Learn about steps you can take to reach your weight goals, including diet and exercise tips and treatment options.
About BMI

BMI, or body mass index, measures how healthy your weight is based on how tall you are. There's no "perfect weight" that fits everyone, but BMI gives you a clue to your risk for weight-related health problems.

Glossary

BMI Calculator
A number doctors use to help judge your risk of illness. Body fat isn’t measured.
Waist-to-Height Ratio
Helps describe your body shape and could warn of health problems.
Metabolism
The process in your body that turns calories into energy.
Daily Calorie Target
The net number of calories your body needs to meet your weight goal.
Target Heart Rate
How fast your heart should beat when you're getting a good workout.
Medically Reviewed By Brunilda Nazario, MD on November 03, 2023

This tool does not provide medical advice. See additional information.