The US Navy Method
This calculator uses the US Navy circumference method to estimate body fat percentage. It is considered one of the most accurate methods that doesn't require specialized equipment like calipers or hydrostatic weighing tanks.
Tips for Accuracy
- Measure the waist horizontally at the level of the navel.
- Measure the neck just below the larynx (Adam's apple).
- Do not pull the tape measure too tight; it should sit on the skin without compressing it.