Men's Body Fat Percentage Calculator

What is Body Fat Percentage?

Body fat percentage is a measure of body composition that indicates the proportion of fat tissue in your body compared to your total body mass. It's an important health indicator that can provide insights into your overall fitness and potential health risks.

The U.S. Navy Method for Body Fat Calculation

This calculator uses the U.S. Navy method to estimate body fat percentage. The formula is:

\[Body Fat \% = 495 / (1.0324 - 0.19077 \times \log_{10}(waist - neck) + 0.15456 \times \log_{10}(height)) - 450\]

Where:

• Waist, neck, and height measurements are in centimeters
• \(\log_{10}\) is the base-10 logarithm

How to Measure

1. Waist: Measure horizontally around your navel (belly button) at the narrowest part of your waist.
2. Neck: Measure around your neck just below the larynx (Adam's apple), keeping the tape horizontal.
3. Height: Measure your height without shoes, standing straight against a wall.

Body Fat Percentage Categories for Men

• Essential Fat: 2-5%
• Athletes: 6-13%
• Fitness: 14-17%
• Average: 18-24%
• Obese: 25% and above