Body Composition
Overweight vs. Obesity
Overweight: Weight that is higher than what is considered healthy for a given height
obesity is defined as having too much body fat
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Calculate body mass index
- Multiply your height in inches times your height in inches.
- Divide your weight by the number you arrived at in Step 1.
- Multiply the number you came up with in Step 2 by 705. The result is your BMI.
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Estimate body fat%
- Know the recommended body fat percentile ranges
- Weigh yourself
- Calculate your body mass index (BMI)
- Calculate your body fat percentage
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- Body fat distribution
Body composition is a method of breaking down the body into its core components: fat, protein, minerals, and body water. It describes your weight more accurately and provides a better glimpse into your overall health than traditional methods. Body composition analysis can accurately show changes in fat mass, muscle mass, and body fat percentage.
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