Estimate body fat percentage using the U.S. Navy method
Estimated Body Fat
Body Fat Categories
Category
Men
Women
Essential Fat
2-5%
10-13%
Athletes
6-13%
14-20%
Fitness
14-17%
21-24%
Average
18-24%
25-31%
Obese
25%+
32%+
⚠️ The U.S. Navy method is an estimate based on circumference measurements, with a margin of error of about ±3-4%. For precise measurements, consider DEXA scans or hydrostatic weighing. This is not a medical diagnosis.