{"id":616524,"date":"2024-10-08T13:28:39","date_gmt":"2024-10-08T11:28:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/?p=616524"},"modified":"2024-10-08T13:28:42","modified_gmt":"2024-10-08T11:28:42","slug":"what-is-a-bmi-calculator-and-is-it-reliable-at-all","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/what-is-a-bmi-calculator-and-is-it-reliable-at-all\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is BMI, What Are Its Limitations, and How Is It Calculated?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_72 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/what-is-a-bmi-calculator-and-is-it-reliable-at-all\/#What_Is_BMI\" title=\"What Is BMI?\">What Is BMI?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/what-is-a-bmi-calculator-and-is-it-reliable-at-all\/#How_Do_You_Calculate_BMI\" title=\"How Do You Calculate BMI?\">How Do You Calculate BMI?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/what-is-a-bmi-calculator-and-is-it-reliable-at-all\/#What_Does_My_BMI_Result_Indicate\" title=\"What Does My BMI Result Indicate?\">What Does My BMI Result Indicate?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/what-is-a-bmi-calculator-and-is-it-reliable-at-all\/#Limitations_of_BMI\" title=\"Limitations of BMI\">Limitations of BMI<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/what-is-a-bmi-calculator-and-is-it-reliable-at-all\/#How_to_Determine_the_Amount_of_Body_Fat\" title=\"How to Determine the Amount of Body Fat?\">How to Determine the Amount of Body Fat?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/what-is-a-bmi-calculator-and-is-it-reliable-at-all\/#What_Are_the_Risks_Associated_With_High_BMI\" title=\"What Are the Risks Associated With High BMI?\">What Are the Risks Associated With High BMI?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/what-is-a-bmi-calculator-and-is-it-reliable-at-all\/#What_Are_the_Risks_Associated_With_Low_BMI\" title=\"What Are the Risks Associated With Low BMI?\">What Are the Risks Associated With Low BMI?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/what-is-a-bmi-calculator-and-is-it-reliable-at-all\/#Should_You_Rely_on_BMI\" title=\"Should You Rely on BMI?\">Should You Rely on BMI?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/what-is-a-bmi-calculator-and-is-it-reliable-at-all\/#What_Are_the_Main_Takeaways\" title=\"What Are the Main Takeaways?\">What Are the Main Takeaways?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Body Mass Index, commonly abbreviated as BMI, is one of the health indicators meant to reveal whether you weigh too little, just the right amount, or too much and need to lose weight. However, you may have calculated it yourself before and noticed that the result doesn\u2019t always fully reflect reality. For instance, in bodybuilders, it often indicates overweight or even obesity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>What should we make of it then? Can we really trust BMI and rely on it to keep track of our weight and overall health?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_BMI\"><\/span>What Is BMI?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Body Mass Index,<\/strong> more commonly known as <strong>BMI,<\/strong> is a straightforward tool for <strong>assessing body weight.<\/strong> The number you get from the BMI calculation gives you a basic idea of how well your <strong>weight aligns with your height<\/strong>. Its simplicity and quick calculation likely explain its widespread use and popularity. It was first devised in <strong>1830<\/strong> by a Belgian statistician and mathematician, <strong>Adolphe Quetelet.<\/strong> At the time, scientists needed a method to quickly and efficiently gauge the weight of populations, helping to identify potential health risks. BMI not only helps track obesity rates, but also highlights underweight cases, which is particularly important in developing countries. <sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[4,8]<\/mark><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Nowadays, based on BMI, we can say that in 2019, around <strong>59% of adults<\/strong> living in European Union countries were either <strong>overweight<\/strong> or <strong>obese.<\/strong> The percentage was higher among men (63%) than women (54%). Using these results and statistics, countries can then devise<strong> strategies<\/strong> to tackle the issue effectively. <sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[17]<\/mark><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>BMI was originally designed for tracking populations, not for evaluating individual weight or predicting personal health issues. Over time, however, it started being used for these purposes as well. This is where its <strong>biggest flaws<\/strong> become evident. It largely <strong>overlooks individual differences across the population,<\/strong> such as fat distribution, age, or gender. However, these factors are crucial in determining whether someone&#8217;s weight poses a greater health risk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1124\" height=\"749\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.sk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-506933769-1124x749.jpg\" alt=\"What is BMI?\" class=\"wp-image-615888\" title=\"What is BMI?\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-506933769-1124x749.jpg 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-506933769-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-506933769.jpg 1254w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1124px) 100vw, 1124px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Do_You_Calculate_BMI\"><\/span>How Do You Calculate BMI?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Calculating BMI is very straightforward. You only need to know your<strong> body weight in kilograms and your height in metres,<\/strong> and then use this formula:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>BMI = body weight (kg) \/ height (m)\u00b2<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>To illustrate this, let\u2019s for example consider Anna, who weighs 60 kg and is 165 cm tall. Her BMI calculation would look like this:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong>BMI = 60\/1.65<sup>2<\/sup> = 22.03 kg\/m<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>With this simple calculation, Anna can determine that her BMI result falls, as we will discuss later, within the ideal weight range for her current height. When combined with other methods, such as techniques for <strong>measuring body fat,<\/strong> she can gain a clearer understanding of whether her weight is optimal from the standpoint of health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You can calculate your BMI anytime you like. For an even easier calculation, you can use our <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/bmi-calculator\/\">BMI calculator<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1124\" height=\"750\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.sk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-1387838584-1124x750.jpg\" alt=\"How do you calculate BMI?\" class=\"wp-image-615904\" title=\"How do you calculate BMI?\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-1387838584-1124x750.jpg 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-1387838584-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-1387838584-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-1387838584-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1124px) 100vw, 1124px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Does_My_BMI_Result_Indicate\"><\/span>What Does My BMI Result Indicate?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The value you obtain from the BMI calculation gives you an idea of whether you have <strong>a normal weight, are underweight, overweight,<\/strong> or <strong>obese.<\/strong> Based on this, you can further estimate how your weight might impact your health. Let\u2019s have a look at the specific ranges and what they mean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Brief classification of BMI<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You will most often come across this simpler classification in the form of a BMI table established by the <strong>World Health Organization<\/strong> (WHO).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><center>BMI<\/center><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Underweight<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">&lt;18.5 kg\/m<sup>2<\/sup><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Optimal weight<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">18.5 \u2013 24.9 kg\/m<sup>2<\/sup><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Overweight<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">25 \u2013 29.9 kg\/m<sup>2<\/sup><\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Obesity<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u226530 kg\/m<sup>2<\/sup><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><sup><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\">[10]<\/mark><\/sup><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What do these values mean in practice?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A <strong>BMI below 18.5 kg\/m\u00b2<\/strong> is considered very low and indicates <strong>underweight.<\/strong> In this case, it is likely necessary to<strong> gain weigh<\/strong>t to maintain a healthy body.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A <strong>BMI of 18.5 \u2013 24.9 kg\/m\u00b2<\/strong> indicates a <strong>healthy body weight<\/strong> within the optimal range. While we cannot determine the exact body fat percentage, this result suggests at first glance that the risk of health problems is <strong>low.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A <strong>BMI of 25 \u2013 29.9 kg\/m\u00b2<\/strong> indicates that you are <strong>overweight.<\/strong> If this weight is due to excess fat, your body will respond positively if you<strong> lose a few extra pounds.<\/strong> Achieving this can be aided by <a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/15-tips-on-how-to-lose-weight-start-exercising-and-eat-healthy\/\">adjusting your diet<\/a>, following a well-thought-out <a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/how-to-design-a-quality-workout-plan-tips-trainings-most-common-mistakes\/\">training plan<\/a>, and making overall lifestyle improvements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A <strong>BMI over 30 kg\/m\u00b2<\/strong> indicates<strong> obesity.<\/strong> This is associated with numerous <strong>health risks,<\/strong> so it\u2019s important to start losing weight through a <strong>reduction diet.<\/strong> However, obesity is often a complex health issue, making it wise to address it with a<strong> doctor\u2014specifically an obesity specialist<\/strong>\u2014and to consult with a <strong>nutrition therapist<\/strong> about dietary changes.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More detailed classification of BMI<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For an even better understanding, there is also a more detailed classification in the form of a BMI table, also from the WHO, which divides obesity into several degrees based on severity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><\/th><th class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><center>BMI<\/center><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Severe thinnes<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">&lt;16.5 kg\/m2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Underweight<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">16.5 \u2013 18.4 kg\/m2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">normal weight<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">18.5 \u2013 24.9 kg\/m2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Overweight<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">25 \u2013 29.9 kg\/m2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Class 1 obesity<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">30 \u2013 34.9 kg\/m2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Class 2 obesity<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">35 \u2013 39.9 kg\/m2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">Class 3 obesity (morbid obesity)<\/td><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\">\u2265 40 kg\/m2<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><sup><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\">[11]<\/mark><\/sup><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, BMI alone does not always provide a clear picture of whether your weight is healthy or not. To gain a complete understanding, you ideally need to know an individual&#8217;s <strong>fat and muscle mass percentage.<\/strong> For instance, a slim person with a lot of muscle, such as a bodybuilder, might fall into the overweight or obese category based on BMI. Conversely, it\u2019s also possible for someone to be classified as underweight or of normal weight while actually having minimal muscle mass and excessive fat percentage. This situation is referred to as \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/skinny-fat-what-is-thin-obesity-how-to-recognise-it-and-fight-it-successfully\/\">skinny fat<\/a>,\u201d which poses health risks like<strong> elevated cholesterol levels, insulin resistance,<\/strong> and other metabolic issues. <sup>[7]<\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Such problems mainly arise when you use BMI to assess <strong>individuals.<\/strong> However, when screening larger populations\u2014where BMI is more suitable\u2014these shortcomings are less pronounced. After all, most people are not bodybuilders, but have a typical body composition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you do calculate your BMI to get the best possible idea of your status, also find out what your body fat percentage is. Devices like the InBody can provide this service, along with other methods that we will describe in the article.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n    <link href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/css\/vue\/index.css\" rel=\"preload\" as=\"style\">\n    <link href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/chunk-vendors.js\" rel=\"preload\" as=\"script\">\n    <link href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/index.js\" rel=\"preload\" as=\"script\">\n    <link data-no-optimize=\"1\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/css\/vue\/index.css\" rel=\"stylesheet\">\n\n    <h2>\n        You might be interested in these products:    <\/h2>\n\n    <div data-app=\"recommended\" data-products=\"28773,30947,53113,85888,36412,47731,28689,28324,61396,28393,34240,74398\" ><\/div>\n\n    <script data-no-optimize=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/chunk-vendors.js\"><\/script>\n    <script data-no-optimize=\"1\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/wp-gymbeam-blog-theme\/js\/vue\/index.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Limitations_of_BMI\"><\/span>Limitations of BMI<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. It does not take body composition into account<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you remember the bodybuilder who may be classified as obese according to BMI? This happens because the calculation does not consider the <strong>percentage of muscle<\/strong> and <strong>fat<\/strong> in the body. In general, it tends to calculate based on a \u201ctypical\u201d person with an <strong>average amount of muscle.<\/strong> However, when it comes to an above-average muscular athlete, the high weight due to muscle mass is interpreted by BMI tables as overweight or obesity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019re talking about a significant limitation of BMI, particularly because obesity has a specific definition. It refers to the<strong> excessive accumulation of body fat<\/strong> that poses a health risk. On the other hand, an excess of muscle mass is not a concern. <sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[9]<\/mark><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>As you may know, <strong>muscles are denser than fat,<\/strong> which is why athletes often receive misleading results from the BMI calculation. It\u2019s quite easy to classify a muscular athlete with <a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/what-percentage-of-body-fat-do-you-need-to-have-to-see-abs\/\">8% body fat<\/a> as obese. Furthermore, BMI can be discouraging when you are losing weight while engaging in strength training. Your physique may change dramatically, and you may appear slim, but the scale and BMI might suggest otherwise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, it\u2019s ideal to measure both body fat and muscle mass before drawing any conclusions. A higher BMI primarily indicates weight that is above the \u201cnormal\u201d range, but it does not automatically mean an excess of fat and overweight. <sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[10]<\/mark><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re curious about what else, besides muscle mass, can contribute to a higher weight, be sure to check out our article: <a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/why-the-scale-shows-you-a-higher-number-and-its-not-fat\/\"><strong>Why the Scale Shows You a Higher Number and It\u2019s Not Fat<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1124\" height=\"749\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.sk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/spo-1124x749-1.jpg\" alt=\"Does BMI assess body composition?\" class=\"wp-image-615922\" title=\"Does BMI assess body composition?\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/spo-1124x749-1.jpg 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/spo-1124x749-1-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1124px) 100vw, 1124px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. It ignores fat distribution<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s not only important how much body fat you have, but also <strong>where it is stored.<\/strong> We primarily distinguish between two types of stored fat\u2014<strong>subcutaneous<\/strong> and <strong>visceral.<\/strong> Subcutaneous fat is the one we can see at first glance. It tends to accumulate on the thighs, buttocks, and under the skin of the abdomen. This primarily poses an <strong>aesthetic issue.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In contrast, <strong>visceral fat<\/strong> may not be visible at first glance because it is stored <strong>around the organs in the abdominal cavity,<\/strong> yet it is far more <strong>risky.<\/strong> It is associated with issues such as<strong> cardiovascular diseases, type 2 diabetes,<\/strong> and even some types of <strong>cancer.<\/strong> <sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[1,14]<\/mark><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the BMI calculation cannot assess which type of fat you have in excess. Therefore, a person with a higher BMI, who has most of their stored fat in the lower part of their body, may not have a problem. Conversely, someone with a BMI above the normal range, whose fat primarily accumulates around the abdomen, should be more cautious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1124\" height=\"749\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.sk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-1190115881-1-1124x749.jpg\" alt=\"Can BMI estimate the amount of body fat?\" class=\"wp-image-615938\" title=\"Can BMI estimate the amount of body fat?\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-1190115881-1-1124x749.jpg 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-1190115881-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-1190115881-1.jpg 1254w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1124px) 100vw, 1124px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. It does not take gender into account<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The aforementioned body fat distribution is directly related to gender. Fat is typically <strong>stored differently<\/strong> in men and women. You\u2019ve likely heard of the <strong>pear<\/strong> and <strong>apple<\/strong> body types. The pear shape is typical for women, as they often have most of the fat <strong>stored in the hips<\/strong> and <strong>thighs.<\/strong> In contrast, fat in the male body tends to accumulate around the <strong>abdomen,<\/strong> giving it an <strong>apple-like<\/strong> shape. Men are also more prone to excessive storage of visceral fat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>In practice, this means that a man and a woman with the same BMI value can have <strong>significantly different health risks.<\/strong> A woman with most of her fat stored in the lower body can <strong>be perfectly healthy even if she is overweight.<\/strong> Conversely, a man with excess fat mainly around his abdomen might need to reconsider his lifestyle and lose weight in order to avoid issues such as high blood pressure, cholesterol, or blood sugar levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. It does not take age into account<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Age is another factor that determines what amount of stored fat is healthy for you. However, the BMI calculation does not take into account how old you are, and thus it cannot indicate what the ideal weight should be according to age. As a result, the assessment can sometimes be misleading. After all, the fit body of a <strong>25-year-old woman<\/strong> naturally looks different from that of a healthy, active woman in her<strong> 60s.<\/strong> While younger people have an easier time maintaining a slim figure and an optimal amount of muscle mass, it&#8217;s physiologically more natural for older individuals to have slightly less muscle and more stored fat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Moreover, while you can often hear that higher BMI and being overweight lead to greater health risks, the threshold for what is considered a high BMI differs slightly for seniors. In older age, the lower limit of an optimal BMI isn\u2019t 18.5 but rather 23 kg\/m\u00b2. A lower BMI in older adults is actually associated with <strong>higher mortality rates.<\/strong> So, when calculating BMI, it\u2019s always important to take the person\u2019s age into account. <sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[14]<\/mark><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1124\" height=\"749\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.sk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-850974422-1124x749.jpg\" alt=\"BMI value by age\" class=\"wp-image-615954\" title=\"BMI value by age\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-850974422-1124x749.jpg 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-850974422-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-850974422-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-850974422-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1124px) 100vw, 1124px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. It does not take ethnic differences into account<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Another issue with BMI calculation is that it doesn\u2019t take into account the <strong>differences in body composition across various ethnic groups.<\/strong> This is because the BMI formula was originally developed based on data from white populations. In practice, this makes it less applicable to other ethnicities. For example, Asians tend to have a <strong>higher body fat percentage at lower BMI values<\/strong> compared to white individuals. On the other hand, people of African descent often have <strong>higher bone density<\/strong> and <strong>more muscle mass,<\/strong> which also affects how their BMI should be interpreted.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This means that the same BMI value can indicate different body compositions across various ethnic groups, leading to different health risks. Ideally, when evaluating BMI, specific characteristics of each ethnic group should be considered to provide a more accurate assessment of an individual\u2019s health. <sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[3,14]<\/mark><\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1124\" height=\"749\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.sk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-2158630023-1124x749.jpg\" alt=\"Differences in BMI by ethnicity\" class=\"wp-image-615970\" title=\"Differences in BMI by ethnicity\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-2158630023-1124x749.jpg 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-2158630023-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-2158630023-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-2158630023-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1124px) 100vw, 1124px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Determine_the_Amount_of_Body_Fat\"><\/span>How to Determine the Amount of Body Fat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>BMI doesn\u2019t provide much insight into the amount of fat in the body. Therefore, you can only estimate based on what you see in the mirror. However, there are several methods that can measure or estimate this.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Waist circumference (WC), waist-to-hip ratio (WHR),<\/strong> and<strong> waist-to-height ratio (WHtR)<\/strong> can help you estimate the amount of body fat. The estimated values are obtained from tables that list values corresponding to the given parameters. For example, if a woman&#8217;s waist circumference exceeds 88 cm and a man&#8217;s exceeds 102 cm, it indicates a high health risk. <sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[2]<\/mark><\/sup><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Using a <a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/fat-caliper-gymbeam.html\">fat caliper<\/a>, you can measure the thickness of <strong>skinfolds,<\/strong> which allows you to estimate your body fat percentage.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bioelectrical impedance scales<\/strong> measure body fat by assessing the electrical conductivity of various body tissues. Based on this information, you can determine your proportions of muscle mass, fat, and more. This principle is utilized by well-known devices like<strong> InBody<\/strong> and <strong>Tanita.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Methods such as <strong>densitometry<\/strong> or <strong>DEXA (dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry)<\/strong> provide the most accurate results, but they are primarily used for scientific purposes, and the average person will rarely encounter them in practice. <sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[5]<\/mark><\/sup><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1124\" height=\"749\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.sk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-1627327599-1124x749.jpg\" alt=\"How to determine the amount of body fat?\" class=\"wp-image-615987\" title=\"How to determine the amount of body fat?\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-1627327599-1124x749.jpg 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-1627327599-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-1627327599-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-1627327599-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1124px) 100vw, 1124px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Risks_Associated_With_High_BMI\"><\/span>What Are the Risks Associated With High BMI?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s consider a person with a high BMI who is not exceptionally muscular. In this case, the results are not distorted by muscle mass; the individual genuinely falls into the overweight or obese category. Here, BMI serves its purpose, raising a red flag to warn you that you have too much body fat, which can lead to various health issues. What are the complications associated with overweight and obesity?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>high blood pressure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>high cholesterol levels<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>cardiovascular issues, including heart attacks<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>type 2 diabetes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"ek-link\" href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/what-is-gout-how-does-it-develop-and-what-to-eat-on-a-low-purine-diet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">dna<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>sleep apnea<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>metabolic syndrome<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>mental health issues<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>some types of cancer (e.g., colorectal, prostate, breast, or uterine cancer)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>infertility<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>sleep apnea<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>pregnancy complications<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>orthopaedic issues<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>non-alcoholic fatty liver disease <sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[11,12]<\/mark><\/sup><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you want to know to what extent genes contribute to obesity? If so, then you should check out the article: <a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/how-do-genes-influence-your-weight-and-tendency-towards-obesity\/\"><strong>How Do Genes Influence Your Weight and Tendency Towards Obesity?<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1124\" height=\"749\" src=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.sk\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-1982627207-1124x749.jpg\" alt=\" Risks associated with high BMI\" class=\"wp-image-616003\" title=\" Risks associated with high BMI\" srcset=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-1982627207-1124x749.jpg 1124w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-1982627207-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-1982627207-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/iStock-1982627207-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1124px) 100vw, 1124px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Risks_Associated_With_Low_BMI\"><\/span>What Are the Risks Associated With Low BMI?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Every day, you can hear about how obesity poses a danger to your health. However, the opposite problem, underweight, is not talked about as much. Yet, it can also pose significant risks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Nutritional deficiencies<\/strong> due to inadequate diet are quite common. These can include a lack of <a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/the-complete-guide-to-vitamins-what-theyre-for-how-to-know-when-youre-deficient-and-how-much-to-take\/\">vitamins<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/a-complete-guide-to-minerals-functions-recommended-daily-intake-deficiencies\/\">minerals<\/a>, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/iron\">iron<\/a> deficiency anaemia or hypocalcaemia.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There is a risk of <strong>osteoporosis<\/strong> (bone thinning) and related more frequent fractures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It can lead to a weakened <strong>immune system<\/strong> and <strong>hormonal changes.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It causes<a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/why-are-you-always-tired-the-7-most-common-causes-and-their-solutions\/\"><strong> fatigue<\/strong><\/a>, overall lower energy levels, and <strong>reduced physical<\/strong> and <strong>athletic performance.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Underweight is often associated with <a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/eating-disorders-why-they-occur-what-are-their-symptoms-and-consequences\/\">eating disorders<\/a> such as anorexia nervosa, orthorexia nervosa, or bulimia nervosa.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It can also lead to<strong> hair loss<\/strong> and <strong>skin problems.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>In both women and men, it can cause<strong> fertility<\/strong> issues. <sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[16]<\/mark><\/sup><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>\u201cfemale athlete triad\u201d<\/strong> often occurs in female athletes and is typically linked to underweight, low caloric intake, and high energy expenditure. This condition is characterized by<strong> low energy availability, menstrual dysfunction,<\/strong> and <strong>reduced bone density.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>You can learn more about the female athlete triad in the article: <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/gymbeam.com\/blog\/how-to-combat-the-absence-of-menstruation-and-other-symptoms-of-the-female-athlete-triad\/\">How to Combat the Absence of Menstruation and Other Symptoms of the Female Athlete Triad?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_You_Rely_on_BMI\"><\/span>Should You Rely on BMI?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Body Mass Index (BMI) has long been a staple in assessing body weight, and certainly holds its value in practice. However, it&#8217;s crucial to recognize its <strong>limitations<\/strong> to avoid being misled by potentially <strong>distorted results.<\/strong> If you\u2019re using BMI to gauge whether your weight is within a healthy range, consider complementing it with<strong> body composition measurements.<\/strong> By understanding your<strong> fat<\/strong> and<strong> muscle percentages<\/strong> alongside your BMI, you&#8217;ll gain a more comprehensive view of your health, making the BMI a more insightful tool in your wellness journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to evaluate BMI in different groups of people?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Body Mass Index is applicable for most people, but it cannot be reliably applied to certain groups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For <strong>athletes,<\/strong> BMI often gives incorrect results due to a <strong>higher muscle mass,<\/strong> which can push the index into the overweight or obesity range. That\u2019s why it\u2019s important to also consider body fat percentage and muscle mass when assessing their overall health.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For<strong> seniors,<\/strong> the optimal BMI is <strong>higher<\/strong> than for younger adults. It&#8217;s considered healthier for them to maintain a BMI of at least 23 kg\/m\u00b2.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For <strong>children<\/strong> and <strong>adolescents,<\/strong> BMI is evaluated differently than for adults. In this case, <strong>percentile charts,<\/strong> which take into account age and gender, are used. These charts are commonly utilized by paediatricians. <sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[13]<\/mark><\/sup><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For<strong> pregnant women,<\/strong> BMI is <strong>not used<\/strong> to assess weight. The weight gain during pregnancy mainly consists of the baby, placenta, amniotic fluid, increased blood volume, and breast tissue. Body fat typically makes up only a small portion of the total weight gain. Instead, there are <strong>recommended weight gain guidelines<\/strong> for pregnant women, which are based on their <strong>pre-pregnancy<\/strong> weight.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What are the alternatives to calculating BMI?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Calculating BMI isn\u2019t the only method for estimating optimal body weight. There are several other indices that can help determine it as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>BMI Prime<\/strong> is an adjusted calculation of the Body Mass Index. It is determined by dividing the BMI value by 25, which is the upper limit of a healthy BMI. The resulting number indicates the risk in relation to this threshold. For instance, a BMI Prime of 1.4 means that the individual weighs 40% more than they should for optimal BMI.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Rohrer\u2019s index (corpulence index)<\/strong> is primarily used for children and adolescents, as it better accounts for growth changes. To calculate it, you need the weight in grams and the height in centimetres. For example, a result below 110 kg\/m\u00b2 indicates underweight. <sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[15]<\/mark><\/sup><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Broca index<\/strong> can only be applied to individuals with a height between 155 and 165 cm, which limits its usage significantly. <sup><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-orange-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">[6]<\/mark><\/sup><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Main_Takeaways\"><\/span>What Are the Main Takeaways?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>BMI is a useful tool for monitoring weight, but it has its drawbacks. It doesn&#8217;t account for the <strong>differences among individual people,<\/strong> such as<strong> body composition, fat distribution, ethnicity,<\/strong> or <strong>age.<\/strong> The same BMI value can represent different health risks for different individuals. Therefore, when tracking weight, you should not rely solely on the BMI value; you should also consider other factors, such as the <strong>proportion of muscle and stored fat,<\/strong> as well as its <strong>distribution<\/strong> in the body. Ideally, you should use BMI as a <strong>guiding tool<\/strong> and combine it with<strong> other methods<\/strong> for a more comprehensive assessment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you have a better understanding of how BMI works now? 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