BMI (Body Mass Index)
BMI is a measure which takes into account a personÕs weight and height to estimate total body fat in adults. It may vary depending on your body type and composition. BMI is calculated by the following formula:
BMI = Body weight (kg) [Body height (m)]2
=703 x Body weight (lb) [Body height (inch)]2
You should have entered your personal information before checking this index (refer to Personal Information).
Checking BMI
In the player menu, press + or – to highlight
"BMI" and press 
or 
to check your BMI.
My Selections >
Pedometer >
Stopwatch >
BMI>
Different BMI ranges correspond to different health condition.
Health | Males | Females |
Condition |
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Underweight | Less than 20 | Less than 18 |
| (<20) | (<18) |
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Ideal | greater than | greater than or |
| or equal to 20 | equal to 18 |
| but less than | but less than |
| 25 (>=20 but | 23 (>=18 but |
| <25) | <23) |
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Overweight | greater than | greater than or |
| or equal to 25 | equal to 23 |
| but less than | but less than |
| 30 (>=25 but | 30 (>=23 but |
| <30) | <30) |
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Obese | greater than | greater than or |
| or equal to 30 | equal to 30 |
| (>=30) | (>=30) |
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BMI is a general indicator of your 
health. The information above is a 
rough estimation only. To have a full understanding of your health condition, consult with your doctor.
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