Waist-to-Hip Ratio Calculator

Determine your Waist-to-Hip Ratio (WHR) to assess fat distribution and potential cardiovascular health risks.

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Understanding Waist-to-Hip Ratio

Learn why fat distribution matters more than overall weight for assessing metabolic health.

What is WHR?

Waist-to-Hip Ratio (WHR) is the dimensionless ratio of the circumference of the waist to that of the hips. It is used as an important indicator or measure of health and the risk of developing serious conditions.

Apple vs. Pear Shape

Android (Apple) fat distribution carries higher health risks due to visceral fat surrounding internal organs. Gynoid (Pear) fat distribution around hips and thighs is generally associated with lower metabolic risk.

The Formula

The calculation is straightforward:WHR = Waist CircumferenceHip CircumferenceBoth measurements must be taken in the same unit (cm or inches).

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Health Implications

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), a WHR above 0.90 for men and above 0.85 for women indicates substantially increased health risk for cardiovascular complications.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Find clear answers about WHR, measurement techniques, and health risk thresholds.

Waist-to-Hip Ratio (WHR) compares the circumference of your waist to that of your hips. It helps determine whether you store fat predominantly around your abdomen (apple shape) or your hips and thighs (pear shape).
WHR is a key indicator of visceral fat (fat around abdominal organs), which is closely linked to cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and metabolic syndrome, often providing better risk assessment than BMI alone.
Measure your waist at the narrowest point (usually just above the belly button) while relaxed. Measure your hips at the widest part of your buttocks.
For men, a WHR below 0.95 is low risk, 0.96–0.99 is moderate, and 1.0+ is high risk. For women, below 0.80 is low risk, 0.81–0.84 is moderate, and 0.85+ is high risk.