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BMI & Your Weight Loss Target
Body mass index or BMI creates an
opportunity for weight loss enthusiasts to determine their ideal
body weight in order to set their goals. It uses your body height
and weight to determine problem areas in your weight.
How is BMI Calculated?
BMI calculations use a simple formula that
can be figured with a traditional calculator, or pen and paper
for that matter.
The body mass index formula = kg/m2.
In layman’s terms, your weight in kilograms is divided by your height in meters squared.
Try it for yourself. It is just a simple calculation.
The body mass index formula = kg/m2.
In layman’s terms, your weight in kilograms is divided by your height in meters squared.
The customary or English measurement
formula = (lb/in2) x 703 or weight in pounds divided by height
in inches squared all multiplied by 703.
Try it for yourself. It is just a simple calculation.
Interpreting the Index – What it all Means
Your BMI calculation will produce an index somewhere between 14 and 30 or so. You will be categorized as follows:
Below 18.5= Underweight
18.5 – 24.9 = Normal
25.0 – 29.9 = Overweight
30 and Above=Obese
The index for body mass was created to
evaluate the level of risk associated with chronic health
problems. There is a direct link to your BMI and certain serious
health conditions, such as heart disease, hypertension, diabetes
and high cholesterol.
There are some drawbacks to body mass
calculation as every person is different. Common sense should be
used to evaluate the findings, even those who fall in the middle
of a specified range of the index. Even though there is some grey
area, body mass indexing is still quite useful.
Goal Setting and the Index
The index is useful on a variety of fronts,
but the major application is weight control. Those with a low
body weight should get it up into the normal range, as those with
excessive weight should bring it down. However, health
professionals are well equipped to get you on the right program
and give you the best advice for your individual
situation.
If your plans are to begin some sort of
diet and exercise routine, your ultimate goal
should leave you in the normal range. Goal setting is important
in weight loss as in many other arenas, but your body requires
some special consideration. Fitness
and weight loss don’t happen overnight, no matter how hard you
try. Taking measured steps with frequent evaluation ensures that
you are making progress.
Learn more, here ...
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