BMI

Body Composition

Looks at Height/Weight for Body Mass Index reading (BMI)

Purpose: To determine the percentage of body fat in your body compared to lean muscle mass.

BMI shows the relative amounts of fat body mass to lean body mass. A high Body Mass Index can lead to weight-related diseases for children and teens. While being underweight can also put a child and teen at risk of health issues. BMI is age- and gender-specific in children and teens, unlike in adults.

Ideas to help children maintain a healthy BMI:

• Encourage healthy eating habits
• Balance calories
• Help kids stay active

Procedure: Take the height and weight of each individual student.