Lean Body Mass Calculator
Tool Introduction:
Lean Body Mass Calculator accurately calculates fat-free body weight using the Boer formula, supporting different formulas for men and women. Enter height and weight to get lean body mass index, helping assess muscle mass and body composition.
What is Lean Body Mass?
Lean Body Mass (LBM) refers to the weight of the human body excluding fat tissue, including muscles, bones, organs, blood, skin, and all other non-fat tissues. LBM is an important indicator for assessing body composition and health status.
About Boer Formula
The Boer formula is one of the most accurate lean body mass calculation formulas, proposed by Dutch scholar Boer in 1984. This formula considers gender differences and uses different calculation coefficients for men and women, providing more accurate lean body mass estimates.
Applications
- 🏋️ Fitness Training: Monitor muscle mass changes and develop scientific training plans
- ⚖️ Weight Management: Ensure muscle mass is maintained during weight loss to avoid muscle loss
- 🥗 Nutrition Assessment: Calculate basal metabolic rate and develop personalized diet plans
- 🏥 Medical Assessment: Evaluate nutritional status and assist in disease diagnosis and treatment
Important Notes
- The Boer formula is suitable for healthy adults; there may be errors for children, elderly, or patients with special diseases
- Weight and height measurements should be accurate; it's recommended to measure under the same conditions
- This tool is for reference only. For professional body composition analysis, please consult a healthcare professional or use professional equipment
💡 Unit Conversion: 1 lb ≈ 0.45 kg, 1 ft = 30.48 cm, 1 in = 2.54 cm