Waist to Hip Ratio Calculator
Calculate waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) and compare your result to sex-specific central-fat risk bands.
Lower central-fat risk category for adult men in this model.
| Range | Category |
|---|---|
| 0-0.9 | Low Risk |
| 0.9-1 | Moderate Risk |
| 1+ | High Risk |
Waist-to-Hip Ratio Interpretation
Interpretation thresholds differ for men and women in standard waist-to-hip risk models.
| RANGE | CATEGORY |
|---|---|
| 0-0.90 | Low Risk Lower central-fat risk category for adult men in this model. |
| 0.90-1 | Moderate Risk Intermediate risk range; monitor waist and body-composition trends. |
| 1+ | High Risk Higher central-fat risk category for adult men in this model. |
What This Waist to Hip Ratio Calculator Measures
Waist-to-hip ratio is the waist circumference divided by hip circumference. It is a simple way to assess body-fat distribution, especially central abdominal fat pattern.
How To Measure Correctly
- Measure waist at a consistent point, usually around navel level.
- Measure hip circumference at the widest point of the glutes.
- Keep tape level and snug without compressing skin.
- Take 2 to 3 readings and use the average for repeatability.
How To Use This Result
WHR is a risk-screening context marker, not a diagnosis. Use it alongside BMI, waist-to-height ratio, body-fat estimates, and longer trend tracking.
For waist-size target planning, compare with the Ideal Waist Size Calculator. For taper ratio context, use the Shoulder to Waist Ratio Calculator. For broad screening, compare with the BMI Calculator. For waist-height context, use the Waist to Height Ratio Calculator.
References
- WHO report on waist circumference and waist-hip ratio:Waist Circumference and Waist-Hip Ratio (WHO)
- INTERHEART study on abdominal obesity and cardiovascular risk (PubMed):Abdominal Obesity and the Risk of Myocardial Infarction
- Prospective studies meta-analysis for obesity indices and cardiovascular outcomes (PubMed):General and Abdominal Adiposity and Risk of Death