Body Fat Calculator
Estimate your body fat percentage using the US Navy method
Your Measurements
Enter your body measurements
Circumference Measurements
Use a measuring tape around the indicated body parts
Measure below the larynx
Measure at navel level
Body Fat Categories (Male)
Understanding body fat percentage ranges
Essential Fat
2-5%Athletes
6-13%Fitness
14-17%Average
18-24%Obese
25%+About Body Fat Percentage
US Navy Method
This calculator uses the US Navy circumference method, which estimates body fat based on body measurements. It's a simple and widely-used method.
Accuracy
This is an estimation method. For more accurate results, consider DEXA scans, hydrostatic weighing, or bioelectrical impedance analysis.
Essential Fat
Essential fat is the minimum amount of fat necessary for basic physical and physiological health. Going below this level is not recommended.