BMI Calculator: Understand Your Body Mass Index
BMI Calculator
BMI stands for Body Mass Index. It’s a measurement that uses your height and weight to estimate if your weight is in a healthy range for your height. Get recommendations based on your results.
Height
feet
inches
Weight
pounds
Calculate
Your BMI0
Underweight
< 18.5
Your BMI falls in the underweight range. Consider reaching out to your healthcare provider for advice. Learn more
Healthy Weight
18.5 - 24.9
Your BMI indicates that you’re within the health weight range and don’t need to lose weight. Learn more
Overweight
25 - 29.9
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Obesity
30
BMI does not measure body composition directly, and it may not accurately reflect the health or wellness of individuals of a specific race/ethnic group, those with high muscle mass, pregnant women, children, the elderly, or those with specific health conditions. BMI should not be used as a sole diagnostic tool.
The BMI calculator does not determine eligibility for any weight loss medications or treatments provided via the Hims/Hers platform. Consultation with a healthcare provider is required to assess suitability for any medical treatment based on individual health and medical history.
Overview
What to do with your BMI:
- Healthy Weight
If your BMI falls within the healthy weight range, keep up the good work - Underweight
If your BMI indicates that you’re underweight, talk to your health care provider. - Overweight or Obesity
If your BMI indicates that you may be in an overweight range or have obesity, a provider can help determine if you're a candidate for Weight Loss treatment through Hims.
BMI chart for men
This graph is for illustrative purposes only to demonstrate BMI categories based on height and weight for adults 20 years or older. These categories are the same for men and women of all body types and ages. Information should not be interpreted as medical advice or a medical determination.
How do you calculate BMI?
BMI is calculated by dividing weight in kilograms by height in meters squared. Don’t worry, you don’t have to do the math yourself, calculators like this one exist to do it for you.
Why does BMI matter?
BMI helps assess a general idea of whether someone’s weight might put them at a higher risk for certain health problems. It is used for risk assessment for various health issues like heart disease, type 2 diabetes, and breathing issues. As a screening tool, it’s often used to assess the weight status in large populations helping public health officials to track trends and interventions.
Is BMI the best way to think about health?
BMI is helpful, but has limitations. It's just one of many factors that can help you get a holistic picture of your overall health. Diet, exercise, sleep, and stress can all play a part in overall health, and they all impact our ability to gain or lose weight.