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Originally Posted by Valancy
Question...is BMI a measurement worth considering, or no?
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BMI is an estimate of body fat percentage based on population averages. So if you know your own approximate body fat level, you don't need to rely on BMI. It's criticized for this very reason - BMI isn't an accurate indicator of body composition for anyone who falls outside the average - i.e., someone who's very large and muscular, like a ripped male bodybuilder, or someone who's thin but incredibly unfit and carrying a lot of fat.