How To Calculate Fat Percentage?

Use a body fat scale or caliper method

Measure body weight

Measure waist, neck, and hip circumference if using a tape-based formula

Apply a body fat formula or calculator

Use the U.S. Navy method for an estimate:

For men: body fat % = 86.010 × log10(waist – neck) – 70.041 × log10(height) + 36.76

For women: body fat % = 163.205 × log10(waist + hip – neck) – 97.684 × log10(height) – 78.387

Use skinfold measurements with calipers and a standard equation

Use bioelectrical impedance from a smart scale or handheld device

Use DEXA, hydrostatic weighing, or Bod Pod for more accurate results

Convert fat mass and total body weight into percentage:

Body fat % = (fat mass ÷ total body weight) × 100

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