Body Fat Calculator for Women (US Navy Method)
Estimate body fat percentage for women from waist, hip, neck and height tape measurements using the US Navy method. Enter waist, hip, neck and…
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Estimate body fat percentage for women from waist, hip, neck and height tape measurements using the US Navy method. Enter waist, hip, neck and height to see estimated body fat when you calculate.
For general information only, not medical advice. Consult a qualified health professional before making health decisions.
Worked example
Example calculated from the starting values. Enter your own values and press Calculate to get your result.
With the default inputs (waist = 75 cm, hip = 98 cm, neck = 33 cm, height = 165 cm), the results are: estimated body fat 28.4 %.
Quick reference: waist vs result
Reference table based on the example values; it is not your calculation result.
| Waist (cm) | Estimated body fat |
|---|---|
| 37.5 | 7.5 % |
| 75 | 28.4 % |
| 150 | 60.6 % |
| 375 | 125.2 % |
| 750 | 195.5 % |
| 1,500 | 291.4 % |
Frequently asked questions
What formula does this calculator use?
Estimated body fat = 495 ÷ (1.29579-0.35004 × log10(waist+hip-neck)+0.221 × log10(h))-450. Variables: waist = waist in cm, hip = hip in cm, neck = neck in cm, h = height in cm.
What do I need to enter?
You need waist (cm), hip (cm), neck (cm), height (cm). Results update as you type.
What is an example result?
With the default inputs (waist = 75 cm, hip = 98 cm, neck = 33 cm, height = 165 cm), the results are: estimated body fat 28.4 %.
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