For example if your height is 5 feet 10 inches multiply 5 by 12 which gives 60 and add them to the extra 10 inches which gives 70. Enter your weight and height using standard or metric measures. Your bmi is indicating your weight is in the category for adults of your height. For the information you entered. Calculate your body mass index. Then the calculator tells your bmi by dividing a persons weight by the square of their height.
However the formula does not take into consideration your body makeup. Multiply your weight in pounds by 703. For your height a normal weight range would be from to pounds. Talk with your healthcare provider to determine possible causes of underweight and if you need to gain weight. Now we have the right measurements we can use them in the formula. Bmi stands for body mass index a quick calculation based on your height and weight used to screen for obesity.
Select compute bmi and your bmi will appear below. A high bmi and large waist size may signal an increased risk of heart disease. To calculate bmi you must enter the height in feet and weight in pounds. Body mass index bmi uses weight and height to estimate body fat. It is calculated for adults. There are three simple steps for computing bmi with imperial values.
According to the centers for disease control and prevention a bmi between 185 and 249 represents a normal weight for your height.