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Waist-Hip Ratio Calculator

Assess health risk with WHR.

cm
cm
허리-엉덩이 비율 (WHR)
저위험
0.895

남성 기준 저위험

상세 정보

WHR0.895
위험도저위험
허리둘레85 cm
엉덩이둘레95 cm
권장 WHR 기준남성: 0.9 미만
권장 허리둘레85.5 cm 이하

WHR 기준표

남성 저위험0.90 미만
남성 중간위험0.90 ~ 0.99
남성 고위험1.00 이상
여성 저위험0.80 미만
여성 중간위험0.80 ~ 0.84
여성 고위험0.85 이상

Overview

The Waist-to-Hip Ratio (WHR) Calculator divides waist circumference by hip circumference to assess abdominal obesity and cardiovascular disease risk. According to WHO, a WHR ≥ 0.90 for men or ≥ 0.85 for women indicates substantially increased health risk.

Formula

WHR = waist circumference (cm) / hip circumference (cm) | Risk thresholds — Men: ≥ 0.90 (high risk), Women: ≥ 0.85 (high risk) | Example: Male, waist 88 cm, hip 100 cm → WHR = 0.88 (moderate risk)

How to Use

  1. 1Enter your waist circumference in cm (measured at navel level).
  2. 2Enter your hip circumference in cm (measured at the widest point).
  3. 3Select your sex.
  4. 4Click 'Calculate' to view your WHR and health risk category.

Tips

  • Measure waist at navel level and hips at the widest point, keeping the tape horizontal.
  • WHR reflects abdominal fat distribution more accurately than BMI for cardiovascular risk.
  • Waist circumference alone is also important: ≥ 90 cm (men) or ≥ 85 cm (women) indicates abdominal obesity in Asian populations.
  • This calculator is for reference only. Consult a healthcare professional for accurate risk assessment.

FAQ

Q. Is WHR more useful than BMI?

WHR reflects fat distribution and is more predictive of cardiovascular and metabolic disease risk related to abdominal obesity. BMI indicates overall weight status; WHR shows fat distribution patterns.

Q. What are apple-shaped and pear-shaped body types?

Apple-shaped (high WHR) means fat concentrates around the abdomen, carrying higher health risks. Pear-shaped (low WHR) means fat is stored in the hips and thighs, with relatively lower risk.

Q. Can exercise improve my WHR?

Yes. Combining cardio with core-strengthening exercises helps reduce abdominal fat. Spot reduction is not possible, so aim for overall body fat reduction.

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