Waist-to-Hip Ratio Calculator
Compute your Waist-to-Hip Ratio (WHR) — a strong indicator of cardiovascular risk independent of BMI.
What is Waist-to-Hip Ratio?
WHR helps assess fat distribution. Apple-shaped (high WHR) is linked to higher cardiometabolic risk than pear-shaped (low WHR).
How is it calculated?
WHR = waist / hip. Use the same units for both. Risk thresholds (WHO): Men ≥0.90 increased, ≥1.0 high. Women ≥0.85 increased.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where do I measure?
- Waist at the narrowest point above navel; hip at the widest point of the buttocks.