Bmi (body mass index), Checking bmi – RCA S2502 User Manual

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BMI (Body Mass Index)

BMI is a measure which takes into account a
person’s 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:

You should have entered your personal
information before checking this index (refer
to Personal Information).

Body weight (kg)
[Body height (m)]

2

Body weight (lb)
[Body height (inch)]

2

= 703 x

BMI =

Checking BMI

In the player menu, press + or to highlight
"BMI" and press

or

to check your BMI.

Health
Condition

Underweight

Ideal

Overweight

Obese

Males

Less than 20
(<20)

greater than
or equal to 20
but less than
25 (>=20 but
<25)

greater than
or equal to 25
but less than
30 (>=25 but
<30)

greater than
or equal to 30
(>=30)

Females

Less than 18
(<18)

greater than or
equal to 18
but less than
23 (>=18 but
<23)

greater than or
equal to 23
but less than
30 (>=23 but
<30)

greater than or
equal to 30
(>=30)

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.

My Selections >
Pedometer

>

Stopwatch

>

BMI

>

Different BMI ranges correspond to different
health condition.

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