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No. BMI takes into account only height and weight, not fatness. As a result, many heavy (yet lean and muscular) athletes would be categorized as obese, even though they have an extremely small amount of body fat. Body fat percentage would be a better factor to consider.
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What is the body mass index of 2M and 106kg?
Your Body Mass Index (BMI) is 26.5 and considered as overweight but don't worry. It is not accurate if u have heavy muscles/bones.
Is Body mass index is the most accurate method of determining body composition Select one True False?
true
Index of a person's weight in relation to height is called?
body mass index
What is body index?
I think you mean Body Mass Index...?
What data is required for a BMI index calculator?
The date required to use a B.M.I, or Body Mass Index calculator is; your height,your age, your gender, and your weight. These calculators are not that accurate.
What is body mask index?
I think you mean Body Mass Index...?
Is healthy weight calculator accurate?
The healthy weight calculator is accurate. It calculates your BMI (body mass index) your ideal weight based on your height. It is used for both females and males.
Are BMI index calculators reliable?
Yes BMI index calculators are very reliable. You can find information about them at the following sites...www.cdc.gov/healthyweight/assessing/bmi/ or www.webmd.com/diet/features/how-accurate-body-mass-index-bmi
How does one calculate body mass index what does does it means?
BMI is a measure that is calculated by dividing body mass by the square of the height. The body mass index is easier to calculate by using a BMI calculator
What does your BMI (Body Mass Index)describe about your body?
The BMI Index describes your body fat percentage.
Why does the Body Mass Index say im underweight even though my body fat percentage is healthy?
Body mass index should be used as a general guideline. It isn't the most accurate thing to go by, and body fat percentage is much more of a health indicator. You probably just have a smaller frame size than others. Don't worry!
Is a 23.4 body mass index healthy for a seventeen year old girl?
yes anyone under 25 body mass index is fine
