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What is bmi & how to calculate bmi

What is BMI
BMI is an internationally used measure of obesity.
The 'Body Mass Index' (BMI) formula was developed by Adolphe Quelet a Belgium statistician (1796-1874), and was known as the Quetelet Index. BMI is also referred to as 'body mass indicator'.

How to calculate BMI
Body mass index calculation is very straightforward. Calculating body mass index requires only two measurements, height & weight.

Free online BMI calculator:
Imperial BMI calculator (inch & pounds)
Metric BMI calculator (cm & kilo)

BMI Notes
Factors such as race and athleticism can affect weight status results. For example, an athlete muscular in build may be classed as being overweight when they're actual weight should be categorized as 'normal'.
Despite individual factors, BMI provides a general indication as to whether an individual is overweight.
Calculating BMI before, during and after a weight loss/gain program can be beneficial.

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