Body Fat Calculator
Estimate your body fat percentage with the U.S. Navy method, using simple tape measurements.
Healthy body fat ranges
| Men | Women | |
|---|---|---|
| Essential | 2-5% | 10-13% |
| Athletes | 6-13% | 14-20% |
| Fitness | 14-17% | 21-24% |
| Average | 18-24% | 25-31% |
| Obese | 25%+ | 32%+ |
How it's calculated
The U.S. Navy formula uses logarithms of your measurements. Men use neck and waist; women use neck, waist and hip. Measure at the widest point of the waist (at the navel) and keep the tape level. Results are estimates — DEXA scans are more precise.
For general information only — not medical advice.