Body Fat Percentage Calculator (US Navy Method)

Measure your body fat percentage, total fat mass (kg), and lean muscle mass using the validated US Navy tape measurement formula.

Height (cm)

Weight (kg)

Waist (cm)

Neck (cm)

Estimated Body Fat Percentage

17.0% Body Fat

Lean Muscle Mass: 58.1 kg

Fat Mass: 11.9 kg

Ideal Weight for 170cm: 65.9 kg

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How accurate is the US Navy Body Fat formula?

Direct Answer: The US Navy circumference method estimates body fat within 3% to 4% of DEXA scan results when waist, neck, and hip measurements are taken accurately with a flexible tape measure.

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Body Fat Percentage FAQs

How accurate is the US Navy Body Fat formula?

The US Navy circumference method estimates body fat within 3% to 4% of DEXA scan results when waist, neck, and hip measurements are taken accurately with a flexible tape measure.

What is a healthy body fat percentage?

For adult men, a fitness/healthy range is typically 14% to 24% (athletes 6%–13%). For adult women, a healthy fitness range is typically 21% to 31% (athletes 14%–20%).