Context

BMI Calculator

Body mass index is a rough screen, not a verdict. Especially if you lift.

Hunter: I am a high-school athlete. BMI calls a lot of us overweight because muscle is dense. Use it as context, not a grade.

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BMI is a screen, not a grade. Lifters and athletes often sit higher because of muscle.

Why this page is careful

BMI does not know about muscle, sport, or puberty. If the number bothers you, talk to a parent, coach, or clinician. We will not shame you with it.

FAQ

Should teens obsess over BMI?

No. Strength, sleep, food, and how you feel in sport matter more.