Is BMI out of date?

Though it has been used for decades as the go-to measurement for health based on body size, it has been widely criticized for its oversimplification of what being healthy really means. In fact, many claim BMI is outdated and inaccurate and shouldn’t be used in medical and fitness settings.

How can I drop 20 pounds in a month?

Count calories. Drink more water. Increase your protein intake. Reduce your refined carb consumption. Start lifting weights. Eat more fiber. Follow a sleep schedule. Set reasonable goals and stay accountable.

How do I lose 10 pounds?

Try cardio for weight loss. Eat fewer refined carbs. Start counting calories. Choose better beverages. Eat slowly. Add fiber to your diet. Eat a high protein breakfast. Get enough sleep every night.

What should my waist size be?

What should your waist measurement be? For men, a waist circumference below 94cm (37in) is ‘low risk’, 94–102cm (37-40in) is ‘high risk’ and more than 102cm (40in) is ‘very high’. For women, below 80cm (31.5in) is low risk, 80–88cm (31.5-34.6in) is high risk and more than 88cm (34.6in) is very high.

Why is my BMI high when I’m not fat?

Athletes and heavily muscled people may have a high BMI but very little fat (Given an equal volume, muscle weighs more than fat on the scale). To prevent being misclassified based on BMI, some people prefer to have their body fat measured at the gym or their doctor’s office.

Does BMI change as you age?

BMI changes substantially with age. After about 1 year of age, BMI-for-age begins to decline and it continues falling during the preschool years until it reaches a minimum around 4 to 6 years of age. After 4 to 6 years of age, BMI-for-age begins a gradual increase through adolescence and most of adulthood.