Lean Body Mass Calculator
Estimate adult lean body mass from weight, height and equation sex using Boer’s 1984 model.
Formula
Men: 0.407W+0.267H−19.2; women: 0.252W+0.473H−48.3. W kg, H cm.
Weight: 154 lb · Height: 69 in · Equation sex = Female
How to use
- Enter adult weight.
- Enter height and equation sex.
- Read the estimated kilograms.
Examples
- Male, 80 kg, 180 cm: 61.42 kg.
Frequently asked questions
Is lean mass the same as muscle?
No. It also includes organs, bone and water; this regression does not measure body composition.
Does it apply to everyone?
No. It is unsuitable for children, pregnancy or prescribing medicines; extreme body proportions reduce reliability.
Does this replace medical advice?
For information only; it does not replace a doctor or individual assessment.
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