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    How do you calculate body mass

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    To calculate body mass index (BMI), divide your weight by your height squared. (The units must be metric.)BMI = Weight (kg) ÷ Height2 (m)


     


    Practical example:


    An individual who is 5'7'' in height and weighs 150 pounds Weight conversion (lb to kg):


    To convert from lbs to kg: weight in lbs divided by 2.2


    Example: 150 lb ÷ 2.2 = 68 kg


    Height conversion (inches to meters):


    To convert from inches to meters: (height in inches x 2.54) ÷ 100


    Example: 67” x 2.54 = 170


    170 ÷ 100 = 1.70 meters


    BMI = 68 ÷ (1.7)2 = 68 ÷ 2.89 = 23.5



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