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BMI Calculator for Women

Calculate your Body Mass Index (BMI) with personalized recommendations for women. Get insights into your health status and ideal weight range.

Personal Information

30 years
165 cm
60 kg

BMI Results

Your BMI: 22.0
BMI Category: Normal Weight
Normal Weight Range
Healthy Weight Range: 50.4 - 68.1 kg
Weight to Lose/Gain: Maintain current weight
Ideal Weight: 59.3 kg

Health Recommendations

Your BMI is in the normal range. Maintain a balanced diet and regular exercise to stay healthy.

About BMI for Women

Body Mass Index (BMI) is a measure of body fat based on height and weight. For women, BMI provides a useful screening tool, but it's important to consider other factors like muscle mass, bone density, and body composition for a complete health assessment.

BMI Categories for Women:

• Underweight: BMI less than 18.5

• Normal weight: BMI 18.5-24.9

• Overweight: BMI 25-29.9

• Obese: BMI 30 or greater

Special considerations for women:

  1. Pregnancy: BMI calculations don't apply during pregnancy
  2. Menopause: Hormonal changes may affect weight distribution
  3. Muscle Mass: Athletes may have higher BMI due to muscle weight
  4. Age: Metabolism and body composition change with age
  5. Bone Density: Women have different bone density patterns than men

Health Implications

Underweight: May indicate malnutrition, eating disorders, or other health issues.

Normal Weight: Associated with lower risk of chronic diseases.

Overweight: Increased risk of heart disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure.

Obese: Significantly higher risk of serious health conditions.

Remember that BMI is just one indicator of health. Consult healthcare professionals for comprehensive health assessment.

BMI Calculation Formula

BMI is calculated using:

BMI = Weight (kg) / Height (m)²

Or in imperial units:

BMI = (Weight (lbs) / Height (inches)²) × 703

Ideal Weight Formula

Robinson Formula for Women:

Ideal Weight = 49 + 1.7 × (Height in cm - 152.4)

Healthy Weight Range

Min Weight = 18.5 × Height² Max Weight = 24.9 × Height²

Women's Health Tips

• Aim for 150 minutes of moderate exercise weekly

• Include strength training 2-3 times per week

• Maintain adequate calcium and vitamin D intake

• Stay hydrated with 8-10 glasses of water daily