Army Body Fat Calculator

Estimate body fat with Army measurements. Formula: Men: BF% = 86.010 log10(abdomen−neck) − 70.041 log10(height) + 36.76; Women: BF% = 163.205 log10(waist+hip−neck) − 97.684 log10(height) − 78.387

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Estimate Body Fat Using the Army Method

Estimate body fat with Army measurements.

Formula: Men: BF% = 86.010 log10(abdomen−neck) − 70.041 log10(height) + 36.76; Women: BF% = 163.205 log10(waist+hip−neck) − 97.684 log10(height) − 78.387

Use the same units and measurement method expected by the calculator. Results from body measurements, activity levels, or health formulas are estimates and can vary when the underlying inputs or method changes.

Repeat the calculation with the same measurements and method, then compare the result with the displayed formula. Treat the result as an estimate where applicable.

Frequently Asked Questions FAQ

What does Army Body Fat Calculator calculate?
Estimate body fat with Army measurements.
What is the formula for Army Body Fat Calculator?
The formula used by the calculator is: Men: BF% = 86.010 log10(abdomen−neck) − 70.041 log10(height) + 36.76; Women: BF% = 163.205 log10(waist+hip−neck) − 97.684 log10(height) − 78.387
What inputs does Army Body Fat Calculator need?
Enter height and the required neck, waist or abdomen, and hip measurements for the selected Army method.
How can I verify the Army Body Fat Calculator result?
Repeat the calculation with the same measurements and method, then compare the result with the displayed formula. Treat the result as an estimate where applicable.
How should I round the Army Body Fat Calculator result?
Avoid unnecessary precision because many health calculations are estimates. Round the displayed result only as appropriate for the measurement method.

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