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Body Mass Index

Body Mass Index. Instructor - Cindy Quisenberry. Body Mass Index (BMI). Is a number calculated from a person’s weight and height. BMI is a fairly reliable indicator of body fatness for most people. BMI. Is used as a screening tool to identify possible weight problems for adults.

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Body Mass Index

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  1. Body Mass Index Instructor - Cindy Quisenberry

  2. Body Mass Index (BMI) • Is a number calculated from a person’s weight and height. BMI is a fairly reliable indicator of body fatness for most people.

  3. BMI • Is used as a screening tool to identify possible weight problems for adults. • BMI is not a diagnostic tool • If excess weight is a health risk, a healthcare provider would need to perform further assessments • Evaluation of diet • Family history • Physical activity

  4. HOW is BMI calculated • Weight (lb) / [height (in)]2 • Example – Weight = 150, Height = 65 in • Calculation – [150 / (65)2] x 703 = 24.98

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