Estimate your body fat percentage using the US Navy method. Understand your body composition to better track your health and fitness progress.
Body Fat Percentage
52.7%
Fat Mass
31.6 kg
Lean Mass
28.4 kg
Body Fat Category
Obese
Body fat percentage is a key indicator of your fitness level because it measures your body composition, distinguishing fat from muscle. Unlike BMI, which only considers height and weight, body fat percentage gives a clearer picture of your health. This Calculator Site tool uses the U.S. Navy method, a reliable circumference-based approach to estimate body fat without complex equipment.
The formulas use tape measurements of key areas. For men, it's the waist and neck. For women, it includes the hips to account for different fat storage patterns. While it's a great way to track progress, remember it is an estimation. For more detailed analysis, you might consider our BMI Calculator.
A Note on Accuracy
The U.S. Navy method is a strong estimate, but it's not as precise as clinical methods like a DEXA scan. Its accuracy can vary with your body type. Use it as a reliable guide for tracking trends over time, rather than a definitive medical measurement.
Your result is split into Fat Mass (the weight of fat in your body) and Lean Mass (everything else, including muscle, bones, and organs). Tracking these two numbers is more effective for fitness goals than tracking body weight alone. For diet planning, check our Calorie Calculator.
2-5%
Essential Fat Range (Men)
10-13%
Essential Fat Range (Women)
BFP vs. BMI
Composition vs. Size
How to use this Calculator Site tool
First, select your gender and preferred unit system (Metric or Imperial). Then, take your measurements for height, weight, neck, and waist (and hips for women) using a soft tape measure. Enter the values into the fields to see your estimated body fat percentage and mass breakdown.
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