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Describe relative height to weight and as a predictor of future disease risk.
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∙ 13y agoit gives you a general idea of what your weight should be for your height
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What is BMI and what do you use it for?
Your BMI is your body mass index you use it to work out if you are the correct weight of your height
What is my bmi 241lbs?
The formula is complex, but you can use an online bmi calculator.
Ways to have healthy bmi after a baby?
Cutting calories, and regular exercise are good ways to reduce your BMI. There are many BMI calculator available online that can be of use. http://www.webmd.com/diet/calc-bmi-plus
Do any large organizations use BMI as a means of testing?
Yes, BMI is also used in organizations like Police Forces. BMI is usually used for entry.
How do you know you're obese?
According to the CDC, an adult with a BMI between 25 and 39.9 is considered overweight. An adult with a BMI 30 or higher is obese. Your primary care physician can help you calculate your BMI, or you can use an online BMI calculator.
What is the healthy weight for a girl who is 5'1'' and 18 years old?
To work out your BMI you need to use your height and weight. Use the following formula. BMI = Weight(kg) divided by Height2(m2) or BMI = Weight(lb) times 703 divided by height2(in2) or BMI = Weight(lb) times 4.88 divided by Height2(ft2)
How do tell what your BMI should be?
In SI Units: BMI = kg/m2In Imperial Units: BMI = lb*703/in2 or l*4.88/ft2PS: I love SI Units. I use them all the time.
Why use cumulative frequency tables for BMI?
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How do you get Body Mass Index?
For those who use metric units:To figure out your BMI, take your weight (in kilograms) and divide it by your height (in meters). Now take that number and divide it by your height again. Now you have your BMI!In a formula: BMI = weight (kg) / height^2(m)For those who use imperial units:To figure out your BMI, take your weight (in pounds) and divide it by your height (in inches). Now take that number and divide it by your height again. Once you have that answer, multiply that by 705, and you have your BMI!In a formula: BMI = 705 * weight (lb) / height^2 (in)
What is the formula for bmi?
Mass (kg)----------------(height(in))2ORmass (lb)x703 ------------------(height(in))2ORmass (lb)x4.88 -------------------(height(ft))2
Where does the 703 come from in BMI calculation?
If you use pounds in a BMI calculation, you must multiply the pounds by 703You can see the formula here:http://www.whathealth.com/bmi/formula.html Oh, I read the question wrong, why is 703 used? They must have figured out BMI for metric first and then divided the metric BMI by the number they got using imperial units, which would be 703. Then just multiply 703 into their formula.
How can you determine your body mass index?
For those who use metric units:To figure out your BMI, take your weight (in kilograms) and divide it by your height (in meters). Now take that number and divide it by your height again. Now you have your BMI!In a formula: BMI = weight (kg) / height^2(m)For those who use imperial units:To figure out your BMI, take your weight (in pounds) and divide it by your height (in inches). Now take that number and divide it by your height again. Once you have that answer, multiply that by 705, and you have your BMI!In a formula: BMI = 705 * weight (lb) / height^2 (in)
