Waist‑to‑Hip Ratio Calculator

📐 Waist‑to‑Hip Ratio Calculator — Where you carry fat matters more than how much.
📐 How to measure:
Waist: Narrowest point, just above the belly button. Tape horizontal.
Hip: Widest point around your buttocks. Tape horizontal.
cm
cm
0.81
Moderate Risk
For women, a ratio of 0.80 or below is considered low risk. You’re slightly above this threshold — small changes can make a meaningful difference.
🧭 Got your ratio? Now find out how efficiently your body uses oxygen — a key marker of cardiovascular fitness and longevity. Check your VO₂ Max →
Health risk estimates based on WHO guidelines. Not medical advice.
Author: Dr. Shirley Cheung | © theshirlshirl.com

Why Waist‑to‑Hip Ratio Matters More Than BMI

Research consistently shows that where you carry fat is a stronger predictor of health risk than how much you weigh. Abdominal fat (the "apple" shape) is metabolically active and linked to higher rates of heart disease, diabetes, and stroke. Hip and thigh fat (the "pear" shape) is comparatively protective. This calculator uses WHO guidelines to categorise your ratio and explain what it means.

Two measurements, one number, a wealth of insight. Pair this with your BMI and Body Fat % for a complete picture.