Waist-to-hip ratio calculator
Your waist divided by your hips shows how your body stores fat. WHO uses 0.90 for men and 0.85 for women as the threshold for higher risk.
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Measure your waist midway between the lowest rib and the top of the hip bone, and your hips around the widest part of the buttocks, standing with feet together.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What is a healthy waist-to-hip ratio?
Below 0.90 for men and 0.85 for women, according to the WHO.
Waist-to-hip or waist-to-height?
Both reflect belly fat. Waist-to-height is simpler and doesn’t need a hip measurement.