Lbm Calculator
Calculate your Lean Body Mass (LBM) using the Boer formula based on gender, height, and weight. LBM is the weight of your body excluding fat.
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How to use this tool?
This calculator estimates your Lean Body Mass (LBM) using the Boer formula. It requires metric units only.
- Select your gender from the dropdown (Male or Female).
- Enter your weight in kilograms (e.g., 70).
- Enter your height in centimeters (e.g., 175).
- Click "Calculate LBM" to see your result.
The result shows your estimated LBM in kilograms. The formula used is displayed below the result for reference. If you enter invalid values (e.g., zero or negative numbers), an error message will appear.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Lean Body Mass is the weight of your body minus fat mass. It includes muscles, bones, organs, and water.
This calculator uses the Boer formula: For males: LBM = 0.407 * weight (kg) + 0.267 * height (cm) - 19.2; For females: LBM = 0.252 * weight (kg) + 0.473 * height (cm) - 48.3.
LBM helps determine body composition, set nutritional goals, and monitor health. It is often used in medical settings to adjust medication dosages.
