Lean Body Mass Calculator

Estimate lean mass, fat mass, and body composition.

Formula & Methodology

Lean body mass = body weight × (1 − body fat fraction); fat mass = body weight − lean body mass.

Worked Example

A 80 kg person at 20% body fat has 64 kg of lean mass and 16 kg of fat mass.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is lean body mass?

It is everything in your body that is not fat—muscle, bones, organs, and water—often used to track muscle gain or fat loss.

How is it estimated?

It is derived from your body weight and an estimated body fat percentage, so accuracy depends on the body fat estimate.

Is this medical advice?

No. Use for fitness tracking. Consult a provider for clinical body composition assessment.

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