A member asked:
Is bmi a good way to determine proper weight? i've heard body fat % is morene accurate. a 5-6 solid muscle guy could be over 200 lbs& considered obese
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This is true: However, for the average person bmi is useful to give you an idea if your weigt is too much for your height. For a serious athelete or body builder it is not accurate because they have more muscle compared to fat and muscle is denser.
Answered 5/6/2019
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Both would be best.: The BMI reflects your weight with respect to your height, but as you suggested does not reflect body composition. People who are very muscular could have a higher BMI that would not be truly reflective of their fitness and health. Combining the BMI with a body fat percentage would greatly increase its accuracy.
Answered 1/14/2016
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