BMI Calculator
How it worksCheck your body mass index from height and weight
Free adult BMI calculator. Enter height and weight in metric or imperial units to see your BMI score and WHO-style category — plus context on what BMI does and does not mean.
Your details
Using: 70.0 kg · 175 cm
Your BMI result
BMI
22.9
Category: Normal range
Scale 15–40 · marker shows your BMI (22.9)
About this BMI calculator
Body mass index (BMI) is a quick screening number that relates weight to height. It is widely used because it is simple, free, and comparable across large groups of adults.
Habbeat’s BMI calculator uses the standard adult formulas: kg ÷ m² (metric) or 703 × lb ÷ in² (imperial). Results map to common adult ranges: underweight, normal, overweight, and obese.
BMI is not a diagnosis. It does not measure body fat, muscle mass, bone density, or where fat is stored. Athletes, older adults, and people with certain medical conditions may fall outside “expected” categories while still being healthy — or the reverse.
People search for a BMI calculator when they want a fast, familiar health screen. Habbeat’s free BMI calculator is built for that moment: enter height and weight, get an instant score and category, then read what the number can and cannot tell you.
Search interest in “BMI calculator,” “body mass index chart,” and “healthy BMI range” stays high because BMI is still the language of many clinics, insurers, and workplace wellness programmes. We keep the formula transparent (kg/m² or 703 × lb/in²) so you can verify the math.
If you are building habits with Habbeat, treat BMI as one input beside steps, food, sleep, and training — consistency beats obsessing over a single screening score.
How to use this free tool
- Add your weight and height under Your details. Switch between metric and imperial anytime; we convert for the math.
- We compute BMI and label the adult category using common public-health cut-offs (e.g. 18.5–24.9 as a typical “normal” range for many adults).
- Use the result as a starting conversation with a clinician or coach — not as a sole measure of fitness or health.
Worked examples
- Example: 70 kg at 170 cm → BMI = 70 ÷ (1.70²) ≈ 24.2 (often labelled “normal” on adult charts).
- Example: 185 lb at 5′10″ → BMI ≈ 26.5 (commonly in the “overweight” band — context still matters if you lift).
- Example: A muscular athlete at BMI 28 may have low body fat; pair BMI with waist, strength, and how you feel.
Practical tips
- Measure height without shoes and weight at a consistent time of day for cleaner trend comparisons.
- If you lift regularly, pair BMI with waist circumference, strength progress, or a coach’s assessment.
- Pregnancy, eating disorders, and under-18s need specialised guidance — this tool is aimed at typical adults.
Limitations & caveats
- BMI does not measure body fat, muscle, or visceral fat.
- Adult cut-offs may not fit pregnancy, under-18s, or some medical conditions.
- Use trends and clinical advice — not a single number — for decisions.
Frequently asked questions
What is a healthy BMI?
Many public-health charts treat roughly 18.5–24.9 as a normal adult range, 25–29.9 as overweight, and 30+ as obese. Individual targets can differ — ask a clinician if you have questions about your category.
Why can BMI be misleading?
Muscle is denser than fat, so muscular people can show a higher BMI without high body fat. BMI also ignores fat distribution (e.g. visceral fat), which matters for metabolic risk.
Is this medical advice?
No. Habbeat calculators are educational estimates only. For diagnosis or treatment decisions, speak with a qualified professional.
How do I calculate BMI manually?
Metric: weight (kg) ÷ height (m)². Imperial: 703 × weight (lb) ÷ height (in)². Habbeat performs the same adult formulas automatically.
What BMI is considered obese?
Many adult charts label BMI 30 and above as obese, with further classes above that. Categories are population screens — ask a clinician how they apply to you.
Does Habbeat store my BMI?
This web calculator runs in your browser session for estimates. For ongoing tracking, the Habbeat app can log habits that matter day to day — BMI alone is not the whole story.
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All toolsDisclaimer: These tools provide general estimates only. They are not medical advice. For health conditions, pregnancy, or personalised nutrition, speak with a qualified professional.