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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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