At Ford Wellness, we understand that health is more than just a number on a scale. We prioritize a more thoughtful approach – body composition.
The BMI Problem
BMI’s simplicity masks its inaccuracies. It doesn’t account for muscle mass, bone density, or where your body stores fat. This means that BMI may misclassify people, leading to flawed health assessments.
Assessing “body composition” is a more accurate way to evaluate health status. Body composition consists of the parts of you that make up your weight, like body fat, muscle, bone, and water.
Using Body Composition Measurements
Body Fat Percentage: This measurement considers the ratio of body fat to total body weight. Research proves that it’s a far better indicator of health risks since people with elevated body fat percentages are at greater risk of certain chronic diseases, and people with too low body fat percentage may be more susceptible to illnesses related to malnourishment.
Try out the calculator below to calculate your body fat percentage and see what it reveals!
Body Fat Percentage Calculator
Enter your weight (lbs) and abdominal circumference (inches):
Your Body Fat Percentage is:
Interpretation: