⚕️ Health Notice: Results are for educational use only. Do not use this tool for self-diagnosis. Consult a healthcare professional for medical concerns.
What is Anthropometric Body Fat Estimator?
Utilizes the U.S. Navy Circumference Method to predict body composition without hydrostatic weighing.
How it Works
1. Measure Circumferences (Neck, Waist, Hip). 2. Input Stature (Height). 3. Select Biological Sex. 4. Estimate Composition.
Step-by-Step Guide
- 1 Measure
- Neck, Waist, Hip.
- 2 Input
- Height/Sex.
- 3 Calc
- Estimate %.
- 4 Evaluate
- Health range.
Example
Input: Measurements
Result: 18.5% Adipose
FAQ
Visceral vs Subcutaneous?
This method estimates total fat but correlates strongly with visceral risk.
Accuracy vs DEXA?
Typically within 3-5% variance.
Best time to measure?
Morning, fasted, post-void for consistency.
Hydration impact?
Bloating can skew waist measurements temporarily.
Age adjustment?
Fat distribution shifts with age; formula is general.
Conclusion
While less precise than DEXA, anthropometric estimation provides a reliable trend line for tracking recomposition (muscle gain vs fat loss).