1. What is Waist-to-Hip Ratio (WHR)?

The Waist-to-Hip Ratio (WHR) is a simple measurement that compares the circumference of your waist to that of your hips. It's used as an indicator of health and risk of developing serious health conditions.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the WHR formula:

Where:

• \( Waist \) — Waist circumference in centimeters
• \( Hip \) — Hip circumference in centimeters

Explanation: The ratio is calculated by dividing your waist measurement by your hip measurement.

3. Importance of WHR Calculation

Details: WHR is a better predictor of cardiovascular health than BMI alone. Higher WHR indicates more abdominal fat, which is associated with higher health risks.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Measure your waist at the narrowest point and hips at the widest point. Enter measurements in centimeters. Both values must be greater than zero.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is a healthy WHR?
A: For men, 0.9 or less is healthy. For women, 0.8 or less is healthy. Higher values indicate increased health risks.

Q2: Why use WHR instead of just waist measurement?
A: WHR accounts for body proportions and gives a better indication of fat distribution than waist measurement alone.

Q3: How should I measure my waist and hips?
A: Waist: at the narrowest point between ribs and hips. Hips: at the widest part of your buttocks.

Q4: Does WHR differ by age?
A: WHR tends to increase with age as fat distribution changes, but the healthy ranges remain the same.

Q5: Can athletes have high WHR?
A: Yes, some athletes may have high WHR due to muscle mass rather than fat, so additional assessments may be needed.