FFMI Calculator
Calculate your Fat-Free Mass Index.
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FFMI = Lean Mass (kg) / Height^2 (m^2); Normalized FFMI = FFMI + 6.1 * (1.8 - Height in m)
Example: 180 lbs at 5ft 10in with 15% body fat = FFMI of 22.1 (above average fitness, naturally attainable). 25+ suggests enhanced physique
What is FFMI?
Fat-Free Mass Index (FFMI) measures lean body mass relative to height. It's like BMI but accounts for muscle mass, making it useful for athletes and bodybuilders.
What is a good FFMI score?
Average men: 18-20, Athletic: 20-22, Advanced lifters: 22-24, Natural genetic limit: ~25-26. Women typically score 3-4 points lower.
What is the natural limit for FFMI?
Research suggests 25-26 is the natural limit for most men. FFMI scores above 26 may indicate steroid use, though genetic outliers exist.
📐 Formula
FFMI = Lean Mass (kg) / Height^2 (m^2); Normalized FFMI = FFMI + 6.1 * (1.8 - Height in m)
📝 Example Calculation
Example: 180 lbs at 5ft 10in with 15% body fat = FFMI of 22.1 (above average fitness, naturally attainable). 25+ suggests enhanced physique
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is FFMI?▼
Fat-Free Mass Index (FFMI) measures lean body mass relative to height. It's like BMI but accounts for muscle mass, making it useful for athletes and bodybuilders.
What is a good FFMI score?▼
Average men: 18-20, Athletic: 20-22, Advanced lifters: 22-24, Natural genetic limit: ~25-26. Women typically score 3-4 points lower.
What is the natural limit for FFMI?▼
Research suggests 25-26 is the natural limit for most men. FFMI scores above 26 may indicate steroid use, though genetic outliers exist.