Waist-To-Hip and Waist-To-Height Ratio: How to interpret your scores.
The waist-to-hip ratio is a standard for health and beauty across all body types. Regardless of size, the more well-defined a woman’s waist, compared to her hips, the more her body shape is perceived as attractive, and the lower the risks of chronic conditions like heart disease and diabetes.
Learn how to take accurate measurements and interpret your scores (for men and women) according to the most reliable research on waist-to-hip ratio, waist-to-height ratio and waist circumference.
Combine this video with our body mass index video, and you have the tools you need to assess the influence of your weight and size on your health. It’s a comprehensive research-backed guide to body weight and body fat distribution.
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⏰ TIMECODES ⏰
0:00 A health & beauty standard
0:36 Standards for women
1:25 Women’s chart
1:50 Measuring your waist & hips
3:02 Standards for men
3:33 Men’s chart
4:13 Waist-to-height ratio
5:11 Waist & health benefits
5:59 Lipedema
6:49 Burning more calories
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