Body Fat Calculator (Navy Method)

Body Fat Percentage Calculator (Navy Method)

Estimate your body fat percentage using standard tape measurements. This method is used by the US Navy for fitness assessments.

Accuracy of the Navy Method

While not as precise as a DEXA scan, the Navy Method is widely considered the most accurate "home test" compared to calipers (which are prone to user error).

• Men: Requires Neck and Abdomen measurements.
• Women: Requires Neck, Waist, and Hip measurements.

Healthy Ranges

• Essential Fat: 2-5% (Men), 10-13% (Women)
• Athletic: 6-13% (Men), 14-20% (Women)
• Fitness: 14-17% (Men), 21-24% (Women)
• Obese: 25%+ (Men), 32%+ (Women)