Obesity is determined by measuring body fat content as well as weight.
Waist circumference and health risk factors for diseases associated with being overweight are also considered in determining whether or not a person is overweight. Several factors are involved in measuring obesity. The calculator below will help you calculate your BMI, which is one of the steps in determining obesity. Some people who have a large muscle mass can have a larger BMI without being obese. Waist circumference is another measurement that calculates into the obesity factor.