"231 Figure 2.Other methods for Assessing Body Composition Calculating BMI BMI is calculated the same way for both adults and children. The calculation is based on the following formulas: Measuremen t Units Formula and Calculation Kilograms and meters Formula: weight (kg) / [height (m)]²\n\n232 (or cent imeters) With the metric system, the formula for BMI is weight in kilograms divided by height in meters squared. Since height is commonly measured in centimeters, divide height in centimeters by 100 to obtain height in meters. Example: Weight = 68 kg, Height = 165 cm (1.65 m) Calculation: 68 ÷ (1.65)² = 24.98 Pounds and inches Formula: weight (lb) / [height (in)]² x 703 Calculate BMI by dividing weight in pounds (lbs) by height in inches (in) squared and multiplying by a conversion factor of 703. Example: Weight = 150 lbs, Height = 5’5″ (65″) Calculation: [150 ÷ (65)²] x 703 = 24.96 Interpreting BMI for adults For adults 20 years old and older, BMI is interpreted using standard weight status categories that are the same for all ages and for both men and women. For children and teens, on the other hand, the interpretation of BMI is both age - and sex - specific. The standard weight status categories associated with BMI ranges for adults are shown in the following table. BMI Weight Status Below 18.5 Underweight 18.5 –"