Waist-to-Hip Ratio Calculator
Calculate your waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) and see your health-risk level.
Result
Waist-to-hip ratio
0.85
Risk level
Low risk
How it works
WHR = waist ÷ hip
Measure your waist at the navel and your hips at the widest point. WHR = waist ÷ hip. WHO thresholds: men — under 0.90 low, 0.90–0.99 moderate, 1.0+ high; women — under 0.80 low, 0.80–0.84 moderate, 0.85+ high.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I measure correctly?
Measure the waist at the narrowest point (around the navel) and the hips at the widest point, without holding your breath.
Why does the ratio matter?
A higher waist-to-hip ratio is linked to a higher risk of heart and metabolic problems.
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