Ideal
Weight for Men - Healthy Weight Range for
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Ideal Weight for Men
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What is the Ideal Body Weight for MenReally there is no such thing as an ideal weight for men. At best there is only a healthy weight range. According to doctors the healthy weight range for men is a Body Mass Index of between 19 and 24.9. With a larger frame and greater muscle-fat ratio, you should be in the upper part of the weight range. (See Fig 1. below) See also: Calorie Needs for Men Ideal Weight for Men - Body Mass Index Gender ProblemThe Body Mass Index does not distinguish between men and women. An alternative method of calculating an ideal/ healthy weight for men is to base it on fat percentage. The University of Wisconsin Medical School has developed an ideal weight chart which reflects a healthy body-fat percentage. (See Fig 2. below) Ideal Weight = Healthy Weight Range = BMI 19-24.9Fig 1. Weight Range - BMI 19-24.9
Ideal Weight for Men Based on Body-Fat Percent Fig 2. Ideal Weight for Men (University of Wisconsin)
A Note on Ideal Weight and Body-Fat PercentAn accurate measurement of your body-fat percent can be performed by underwater weighing, skin-fold caliper, or bioelectrical impedance. Meanwhile, here are some guidelines. Fig 3. Guidelines for Percent Body Fat
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