How to Calculate Height & Weight

Height and weight are two of the many features that make a person unique, and they are also effective ways to measure milestones and goals. Weight is an excellent way to set fitness goals. It can be used to set both weight loss goals for the overweight and weight gain goals for athletes and those trying to build muscle. Additionally, it is common to track youth's height to see how they grow from year to year or whatever the time period may be. These two factors are also used in calculating body mass index, which is a general indicator of physical health.

Things You'll Need

• Scale Tape measure

Instructions

Height, Weight, and BMI.

1. Stand straight upright with your back against the wall and make a mark even with the top of your head. Have someone else make the mark to ensure accuracy.

2. Measure the distance from the ground to the mark with a tape measure. Be sure the tape measure is perpendicular to the ground. This is your height. The tape measure should read in both inches and centimeters.

3. Find your weight by stepping on a scale and reading the number. If necessary, remember the conversion factor from pounds to kilograms is approximately 1 kg = 2.2 lbs.

4. Calculate your Body Mass Index (BMI) using the following equation:
   BMI = ((weight in lbs.)/(height in inches)^2) * (703)

Tips & Warnings

• To obtain a more accurate measurement, measure your height multiple times over a day or a week and calculate the average.

References

• How to Calculate Your Body Mass Index (BMI)