Calculate BMI - recommended apps
The BMI can be calculated using a mathematical formula. It reads: "Body weight in kg / (height in m * height in m)". The body mass index provides information on how weight relates to height and age. According to the "German Society for Nutrition", a healthy BMI value for an adult is between 18.5 and 24.9. But nowadays you don't have to bother to calculate the body mass index. There are various apps for this. We present the best to you.
"BMI Calculator - Lose Weight" for Android
The free app "BMI calculator - lose weight" is just one of many apps that calculate the BMI:
- It is available for the iPhone and for Android smartphones.
- In addition to the BMI, the app can also calculate the "waist / size ratio". This gives information about whether your waist circumference corresponds to your height and age. Measure the circumference by placing a tape measure around the belly at the level of the navel.
- The app also calculates your body fat percentage - using the US Navy method.
"BMI / BSA / LBW / IBW - ideal weight" for Android
The Android app "BMI / BSA / LBW / IBW - ideal weight" is even more extensive:
- In addition to the BMI, the app can calculate your "body surface area" (BSA - body surf area) and "fat-free muscle mass" (LBW - lean body weight).
- The app also shows in which area your "ideal weight" (IBW - ideal body weight) lies.
"Your ideal weight and BMI" from "Runtastic" for iOS
The developers "Runtastic" are known for sports and fitness apps. "Your ideal weight" is another free app that will help you maintain or even improve your health:
- With "Your ideal weight and BMI" you can determine your BMI in just a few steps. The app asks you for height, weight and date of birth.
- As a motivation boost, the app has a button with which you can view the weight distribution. This shows you what percentage of people are heavier than yourself.
The "BMI calculator" for Android
If you want to calculate and save the BMI for several people, you should take a look at the free "BMI calculator" Android app:
- It calculates your BMI and lets you save the value in a profile.
- The "waist to height ratio", ie the waist-to-size ratio, can also be calculated here.
In general, the BMI should only serve as an indication of the weight. After all, bodybuilders have more muscles than fat and are therefore far from being overweight or obese. If you want to be on the safe side, it is best to have your doctor calculate the body fat percentage.