BMI Calculation for Women: Step-by-Step Guide

Body Mass Index (BMI) estimates body fat from weight and height.

Steps

1. Weigh yourself in kilograms (kg).
2. Measure height in meters (m).
3. Calculate: BMI = weight (kg) ÷ [height (m)]²

Example: 60 kg, 1.65 m → 60 ÷ (1.65 × 1.65) = 22.0

Categories (WHO)

• Underweight: <18.5
• Normal: 18.5–24.9
• Overweight: 25–29.9
• Obese: ≥30

Caveats

BMI doesn't distinguish muscle vs. fat, or fat distribution (visceral vs. subcutaneous). Athletes may have high BMI with low fat. Use with waist circumference, body fat %, and clinical assessment. Consult a dietitian/doctor before dieting.