Lean Body Mass Calculator

Calculate your lean body mass using multiple formulas and estimate your body fat percentage. Understand your body composition better.

Calculate Your Lean Body Mass

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Understanding Lean Body Mass

Lean Body Mass (LBM) is the total weight of your body minus all the fat. It includes bones, muscles, water, ligaments, tendons, and internal organs. Lean body mass is important for metabolism, strength, and overall health.

LBM Calculation Formulas

Boer Formula

Most commonly used for medical purposes

Male: 0.407W + 0.267H - 19.2
Female: 0.252W + 0.473H - 48.3

James Formula

Based on DHSS/MRC research on obesity

Male: 1.1W - 128(W/H)²
Female: 1.07W - 148(W/H)²

Hume Formula

Clinical pathology research-based

Male: 0.3281W + 0.33929H - 29.5336
Female: 0.29569W + 0.41813H - 43.2933

Body Fat Percentage Ranges

Essential Fat

Men: 2-5%, Women: 10-13%. Minimum required for normal physiological function.

Athletes

Men: 6-13%, Women: 14-20%. Typical range for competitive athletes.

Fitness

Men: 14-17%, Women: 21-24%. Good fitness level for most people.

Average

Men: 18-24%, Women: 25-31%. Average range for most adults.

Lean Body Mass vs Fat-Free Mass

Lean Body Mass (LBM)

  • • Includes bones, muscles, water, and organs
  • • Contains some essential fat
  • • Used for medical dosing
  • • 60-90% of total body weight

Fat-Free Mass (FFM)

  • • Excludes all fat including essential fat
  • • More precise measurement
  • • Used in research settings
  • • 2-3% difference from LBM (men)

Important Note: Lean body mass calculations are estimates based on statistical formulas. They don't account for individual variations in body composition, muscle mass, or bone density. For the most accurate assessment, consider professional body composition testing methods such as DEXA scans, hydrostatic weighing, or bioelectrical impedance analysis.

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