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The waist-to-height(WTH) ratio is a simple measure of lifestyle risk and overweight. Waist to height ratio does not favor short or tall people more than measurements of waist circumference.  Several studies have shown that measuring waist to height ratio is more valid than BMI in the scientific community. Those who are taller or shorter than…

Calories in and out remain the single most important factor affecting weight loss or gain, despite calorie counting seeming cumbersome. During times of intense bodybuilding or weight loss, eating as much as you can helps you reach your goals. Keeping track of caloric intake is a non-negotiable measure. Maintaining your weight and staying healthy requires…

Resting metabolic rate (also called RMR) is the rate at which your body burns energy when at rest. By calculating your RMR, you can learn what your body needs to perform basic bodily functions, such as breathing and circulatory system activity. You burn calories every day, or total daily energy expenditure (TDEE), to achieve your…

Lean body mass (LBM), sometimes confused with fat-free mass… ….is a component of body composition. Body fat weight is subtracted from total body weight to determine… …fat free mass (FFM): total body weight is lean plus fat. For a start, let’s hear an inspirational story below… A person walks into a gym and sees someone…

Basal metabolic rate (BMR) is the rate of energy expenditure… …per unit time by endothermic animals at rest. According to your BMR and your activity throughout the day… …you determine your caloric needs for the day. This varies significantly based on your activity level, age, and sex. You will receive a customized estimate based on…

Body Mass Index (BMI) is calculated by dividing a person’s kilograms by height in meters. High body fatness can be indicated by a high BMI. The BMI provides a screening method for overweight or obese individuals… …but it does not diagnose the individual’s health or body fatness. A table or chart may be used to…