What is waist-to-hip ratio?

Waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) is calculated by dividing your waist circumference by your hip circumference. It indicates how fat is distributed in your body and is a predictor of cardiovascular health risks.

What is a healthy waist-to-hip ratio?

For men, a WHR below 0.90 is considered low risk. For women, below 0.80 is low risk. Higher ratios indicate more abdominal fat, which is associated with increased health risks.

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Understanding Waist-to-Hip Ratio

Waist-to-hip ratio is a simple measurement that reveals how fat is distributed across your body. Research consistently shows that abdominal fat (apple-shaped body) carries greater health risks than fat stored in the hips and thighs (pear-shaped body), regardless of total body weight.

How to Measure

Measure your waist at the narrowest point (usually at the navel) and your hips at the widest point of the buttocks. Divide waist by hip to get your ratio.

Real-World Examples

A man with a 85 cm waist and 100 cm hips has a WHR of 0.85, classified as low risk.
A woman with a 76 cm waist and 102 cm hips has a WHR of 0.75, classified as low risk.
A man with a 102 cm waist and 98 cm hips has a WHR of 1.04, classified as high risk.

Health Implications

A high WHR is associated with increased risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and metabolic syndrome. Reducing waist circumference through diet and exercise, particularly aerobic activity, is the most effective way to improve your ratio.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is waist-to-hip ratio?: Waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) is calculated by dividing your waist circumference by your hip circumference. It indicates how fat is distributed in your body and is a predictor of cardiovascular health risks.
What is a healthy waist-to-hip ratio?: For men, a WHR below 0.90 is considered low risk. For women, below 0.80 is low risk. Higher ratios indicate more abdominal fat, which is associated with increased health risks.