What is the Lean Body Mass Calculator?
Lean body mass (LBM) is your total weight minus body fat – muscles, bones, organs and water. It is useful for setting protein targets, tracking fitness progress and some medication dosing. This calculator estimates LBM from height and weight using three published formulas: Boer, James and Hume.
How to use the Lean Body Mass Calculator
- Choose gender.
- Enter weight and height.
- Compare the three estimates.
Frequently asked questions
Which formula is best?
Boer is widely used for adults; the three give a sensible range.
How can I measure more accurately?
DEXA scans or bioimpedance scales measure body composition directly.
Does muscle weigh more than fat?
A kilogram is a kilogram, but muscle is denser, so it takes less space.
Is it free?
Yes.
This lean body mass calculator is 100% free, needs no signup and works on phones, tablets and computers. Your data is processed in your browser and never uploaded.
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