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Body Mass Index (BMI)
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Is there any way I can convince companies I'm in great shape, despite my BMI results?
BMI is a screening tool - NOT a diagnostic tool.
As stated by the CDC:
BMI is used as a screening tool to identify possible weight problems for adults. … However, BMI is not a diagnostic tool. For example, a person may have a high BMI. …
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How can you do a BMI test?
Screening Tool:
BMI is primarily a screening tool. It can be done quickly and easily with a simple a tape measure and a scale. … Here is another formula: BMI = (Weight in Pounds/( Height in inches )x (Height in inches) )x 703 And a link to the CDC's BMI calculator and their BMI calculator for Teens. …