What waist to hip ratio is

What waist to hip ratio is

Have you ever questioned yourself what waist to hip ratio is? If yes, this article may give you the answer that you seek.

Waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) is the ratio of the circumference of the waist to that of the hips. It is a measurement that compares the size of the waist in inches to that of the hips. It is also known as waist-hip ratio or waist-to-hip circumference ratio. The ratio is applied both to women and men.

Ideally, women should have a waist-to-hip ratio of 0.8 or less, while men ideally should have a waist-to-hip ratio of 0.95 or less.

Waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) looks at the proportion of fat stored on your body around your waist and hip. It has been used as an indicator or measure of the health of a person, and the risk of developing serious health conditions. However, WHR is not considered to be as valid for children and people who are under five feet tall or who have a body mass index (BMI) of 35 or above.

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