WebMD BMI Plus Calculator
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The BMI Plus Calculator is an innovative health and weight calculator that gives personal results on 6 different weight and fitness measurements. Whether you're just getting started or have already begun your journey, this calculator will help you understand your body's needs as your body changes for optimal personal success!
The WebMD BMI Plus Calculator will calculate:
- BMI – Body Mass Index BMI is used to find out if a person is underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obese
- Waist-to-Height Ratio Body shape (determined by Waist-to-Height Ratio) is often considered to be the best indicator of health related to weight.
- RMR – Resting Metabolic Rate The number of calories you burn if you do nothing all day.
- Healthy Body Weight RangeThe range with the least risk of weight-related health problems.
- Daily Caloric Intake The recommended number of calories from food/drinks to meet your weight goals.
- Target Heart Rate The heart rate needed to achieve maximum exercise results.
Your Body Mass Index (BMI) is:
A BMI of 18.5 to 24.9 is considered healthy for adults. A BMI of 25 to 29.9 is considered overweight, while a BMI of 30 and above is considered obese. People with BMIs of 18.5 or less are considered underweight.
Learn More about BMI and your health.
Your Waist-to-Height Ratio is:
Your Body Shape Indicates:
A waist-to-height ratio under .50 is generally considered healthy. This ratio may give a more accurate assessment of health for people who are muscular or for women who have a "pear" rather then an "apple" body shape.
Be Careful: You have a thin shape and you may need to gain weight.
Healthy: You have a healthy shape!
Increased Risk: This measurement indicates a "pear" body shape. Excess fat is stored around the hips and thighs, which is less harmful to health than fat stored around the belly (an apple shape).
Take Action: This measurement indicates an "apple" body shape. Excess fat stored in the stomach area increases your risk of serious conditions such as heart disease, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and some types of cancer.
Your Healthy Weight Range Is:
Between pounds for your height of
Your healthy weight range is based on a healthy body mass index (BMI) of 18.5 to 24.9. The higher end of the range applies to people with more muscle mass and a larger bone structure.
Your RMR (Resting Metabolic Rate) is:
Your body needs energy to function, and your resting metabolic rate (RMR) is the number of calories your body burns simply by living. Regular exercise increases your RMR and helps to keep your body healthy and feeling great!
Your Daily Target Caloric Intake is:
Weight goal you entered: .
About Your Weight and Caloric Recommendations
Please Note: You should never allow your daily caloric intake to fall below 1,200 calories because you may not get enough nutrients. Also, excessive calorie restriction could slow your metabolism and hinder your weight goals.
In addition to a low-calorie diet, exercising for at least 30 minutes per day at your target heart rate is the most effective way of losing weight and keeping it off.
Your Target Heart Rate Zones
While exercising or performing any sort of physical activity, you should count between and beats in 1 minute, and it should not exceed per minute.
Heart Rate Chart
Your Personal Heart Rate Zones
- 0 - bpm* Warm up
- - bpm Weight Management & Endurance Building
- - bpm Weight Loss & Improving Cardio Fitness
- - bpm Anaerobic. Don't stay here too long.
- *bpm = beats per minute
Things to keep in mind when exercising:
- 1. Don't over-exert yourself.
You should be able to maintain a short conversation without being out of breath.
- 2. Cardio or aerobic activities.
Achieve the aerobic activity recommendation through one of the following options:
A minimum of 30 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity per day (such as brisk walking) most days of the week
OR
A minimum of 20 minutes of vigorous-intensity physical activity (such as jogging or running) 3 days a week
- 3. Resistance, strength-building, and weight-bearing activities.
At least two days a week, incorporate strength training into your routine. Strength training activities, such as weight lifting, burn calories and maintain and increase muscle strength and endurance. Aim for 6-8 strength training exercises with 8-12 repetitions per exercise.
- 4. Stretching/balancing exercises.
Stretching and balancing exercises improve flexibility, balance, and posture.
* Please Note: You should always consult your doctor before engaging in any sort of physical activity.
Your Personal Summary
- Gender:
- Height:
- Age:
- Current Weight:
- Current Pant Size:
- Weight Goal:
- BMI:
- Waist to Height Ratio:
- Healthy Body Weight Range:
- Target Heart Rate: to
- Target Caloric Intake to Meet Weight Goal:
- Edit your personal information
Your Personal Plan
It's been proven that people who plan their meals and exercise every day are more successful in meeting their healthy eating and weight goals then those who don't create a plan.
With the WebMD Food & Fitness Planner You Get:
- 1.Weight, fitness, and daily calorie recommendations based on your personal goals.
- 2.Access to nutrition & fitness information on more then 37,000 foods and over 650 activities, exercises and sports – all with tracking and personal calorie calculations.
- 3.Portion size guidelines to help you manage your serving sizes.
- 4.A printable planner to keep you on track throughout the day.
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