Your Waist to Hip Ratio is:
Your "waist to hip ratio" is a key indicator of your overall health. It is a simple measurement of how fat is distributed and can be compared to other people or used in health charts. If you have more weight around your waist, you have a greater risk of lifestyle related diseases such as heart disease and diabetes compared to people with more weight around the hips.
Using a measuring tape:
- Measure your hip circumference at its widest part
- Measure your waist circumference at the belly button or just above it
| Male | Female | Health Risk Based Solely on WHR |
|---|---|---|
| 0.95 or below | 0.96 to 1.0 | 1.0+ |
| 0.80 or below | 0.81 to 0.85 | 0.85+ |
| Low Risk | Moderate Risk | High Risk |