A member asked:
Bmi & ideal weight are quite confusing!i do strength training.i have lots of muscles huge chest n biceps.my bmi is 34.is bodybuilding bad for health?
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High BMI: Your BMI suggest you are obese . Body Building is not bad for your health but BMI of 34 suggest you are rather obese.You need to consult your doctor or a nutritionist to modify your diet and get checked for other risk factors and advice about Diet and Exercise. You also need to get your Lipids profile , BP Check etc done.also your waist measurement . If it is over. 40 it is another risk factor
Answered 12/8/2016
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BMI.: Technically speaking, BMI does not take into account body composition, only weight with respect to height. Muscle is more dense than fat, so thinner muscular people can have elevated BMIs. Your best bet would be to interpret your BMI along with a concurrent body fat analysis. If BMI is a bit high and body fat is low, then it's likely fine. Remember, it's just a number.
Answered 12/8/2016
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