![]() ![]() Height 2= Height in metres x height in metres weight weight in kilogramsįor example, they might be 1.6m (5ft 3in) tall and weigh 65kg (10st 3lb).ġ.6m x 1.6m = 2.56. Divide the weight by the height squared (ie.Work out their height in metres and multiply it by itself(height squared).To calculate an individual’s BMI follow these three steps: If an individual is in the underweight or obese BMI category advise them to see their GP to discuss any lifestyle changes.It can be deceiving when used with younger individual’s as all individuals develop at different rates, so, it needs to be used with caution with any individual under the age of 18 years.If measuring an individual’s BMI is likely to affect them emotionally or psychologically then use a different physical measure for the controlled assessment.Make sure the individual is not embarrassed, they may prefer to take their own measurements i.e.Reassure the individual that the result is confidential.The individual must give their consent for their BMI to be measured.It is not accurate physical measurement for individual’s who are frail or women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. The BMI physical measurement is not accurate for individual’s who are muscular as muscle weighs four times more than fat and this would push them into a higher category even if they have a healthy level of body fat. If an individual has concerns about their weight they should see their GP who will be able to assess an individual’s specific situation. ![]() It is one method to indicate if an individual is overweight, obese, underweight or normal. This is the reason why the Body Mass Index is recommended and height weight charts are not.īMI is one of the physical measures used to assess an individual’s weight. Therefore, it is more accurate to recommend a weight range rather than an exact weight for a given height. Also, body frames vary and it is difficult to work out an individual’s body frame, some have small frames and some have large frames. It can be deceiving when used with younger individual’s as all individuals develop at different rates, so, it needs to be used with caution with any individual under the age of 18 years. It is applicable to both men and women between the ages of 18 and 65 years. BMI (Body Mass Index) is a physical measurement of an individual’s body fat based on their height and weight. ![]()
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