

Now that you have all the numbers you need you can use the body shape calculator to discover whether you have an apple, a pear shaped body or any of the other two shapes described below: Banana body shape: The hip measurement is the circumference of the widest part of the hips, with the most prominent curve. The waist measurement is the circumference of the narrowest point of the torso, which is often just above the belly button. The bust measurement is the circumference of the bust at the largest point while keeping the tape measure snug but not tight. You can take your measurements by yourself using just a simple tape measure. Take your body measurements:īody dimensions, especially as settled through fashion represent the three numbers that express the circumference of the body around three inflection points: bust, waist and hips.
Body health calculator how to#
You can learn how to take your measures correctly below.

Your personalized result will contain a definition of your body shape and the value of your waist-hip ratio (WHR), a body type indicator for health risks. You can use it either in the English tab or in the metric tab depending on which one you prefer. This body shape tool can help you answer to a question many people have about their bodies- what is the shape of my body? In order to use the calculator you will need to prepare three measurements: bust, waist and hip, also known as BWH. How does this body shape calculator work?
