Calculate Your BMI
Working out your Body Mass Index (BMI) is a good guide to the general condition that your body is in relation to your height and weight, it is however only a rough guide. The results do not apply to anyone under the age of 18 years old, women who are pregnant or anybody with a disability
The BMI calculations are not an absolute or 100% correct figure and are only intended as a guide, they should not be used for medical diagnosis purposes.
These results do not consider individuals body shape or muscle mass/density. For example a body builder or an athlete who has larger than average muscle mass will probably get a misleading reading.
What Do The BMI Figures Mean
BMI 18 or Below
If your BMI is recorded at 18 or under you are without doubt underweight or very close to being underweight. Being underweight can be just as unhealthy as being overweight, and it is probably wise to seek medical advice.
BMI 19 – 24
Between these two readings, your BMI is thought to be average. In the middle between the two is probably best; readings closer to 19 could mean that you are close to being underweight – closer to 24 shows that you could get overweight sometime soon.
BMI 25 – 29
Results between these two values tell you that it is the time to evaluate your weight and lifestyle and take steps to lower your body weight. People over 30 years of age could well find it more difficult to lose weight when compared to those of younger years.
BMI 30 -39
A score this high tells you that you are very overweight, bordering on obese. It is crucial for your future health and well being that you look for a way to begin losing weight as soon as possible.
BMI 40 +
A reading over 40 indicates that you are without doubt morbidly obese. A consultation with your GP is essential along with developing a plan to lose weight as a matter of urgency.
