Waist-to-Hip Ratio
Body-shape health indicator.
WHR
0.89
Category: Low risk
Low < 0.90
Moderate 0.90 – 0.99
High ≥ 1.00
Introduction
Waist-to-hip ratio is a body-shape metric that correlates with cardiovascular risk independently of BMI.
What is Waist-to-Hip Ratio?
Waist-to-Hip Ratio helps you body-shape health indicator. It belongs to the Body composition group within health and fitness tools on The Daily Tools. Enter your values, get an immediate result, and adjust inputs to explore different scenarios.
Definition: Waist-to-Hip Ratio is a free, browser-based calculator that body-shape health indicator.
Formula
WHR = waist circumference ÷ hip circumference
How it works
Formula. WHR = waist ÷ hip (same units). Measure waist at the narrowest point and hips at the widest, tape parallel to the floor.
Thresholds. WHO cutoffs above are risk-associated, not diagnostic; combine with blood pressure and lipid data for a fuller picture.
Worked example
Example: Using the Waist-to-Hip Ratio
Inputs: Enter values relevant to body composition — for example, the measurements or amounts described in the tool fields above.
- Open the Waist-to-Hip Ratio and review the input fields.
- Apply the formula: WHR = waist circumference ÷ hip circumference
- Adjust inputs to compare scenarios side by side.
You receive an immediate body-shape health indicator — useful for planning and comparison.
Use cases
- Quick body composition estimates during planning or study
- Comparing scenarios by adjusting inputs in the Waist-to-Hip Ratio
- Private calculations when you don't want data uploaded to third-party servers
- Searching for "waist to hip ratio" and needing an instant answer
- Searching for "whr" and needing an instant answer
Advantages
- 100% browser-based — your data never leaves your device
- No sign-up, no ads required to calculate
- Instant results with a clean, readable interface
- Works offline after the page loads
- Transparent formula shown on this page
Limitations
- Results are estimates — not professional medical, financial, legal, or religious advice
- Individual health varies — consult a healthcare provider for personal guidance
- The Daily Tools does not save your history between sessions
Frequently asked questions
- Is the Waist-to-Hip Ratio free to use?
- Yes. Waist-to-Hip Ratio on The Daily Tools is completely free, requires no account, and runs entirely in your browser.
- Does The Daily Tools store my inputs?
- No. Your numbers and text never leave your device. The Daily Tools has no backend database for calculator inputs.
- Who should use the Waist-to-Hip Ratio?
- Anyone who needs a quick health and fitness estimate — students, professionals, or everyday users exploring body composition questions.
- How accurate is the Waist-to-Hip Ratio?
- Results follow the standard formula shown on this page. They are estimates for planning — not a substitute for professional medical advice.
- Can I use the Waist-to-Hip Ratio on mobile?
- Yes. The Daily Tools is fully responsive and works on phones, tablets, and desktops.
Sources & references
- World Health Organization — BMI classification
- Mifflin-St Jeor equation (BMR/TDEE tools) — Standard resting metabolic rate estimate
- The Daily Tools Methodology
Key points
- Waist-to-Hip Ratio is a free, browser-based calculator that body-shape health indicator.
- Formula: WHR = waist circumference ÷ hip circumference
- Private, browser-only processing
- Related search: waist to hip ratio
- Related search: whr