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Wii Fit BMI Calculator

January 17th, 2009

The built-in Wii Fit BMI calculator registers a person’s B.M.I, or body mass index which is a weight evaluation based on height and weight. It is a great screening tool for adults but is not suitable for children because their BMI calculation has to be expressed based on age and gender growth charts, and Wii Fit does not do that.

The B.M.I refers to the approximate body fat in a person but, for example, does not take into account how often a person is active, so if the game categorizes somebody as being overweight or obese, they should seek more information from a health professional who can better evaluate the level of body fat.

But besides of that it is a fun way to screen your progress and reach your goals by checking your BMI from time to time. Here is how it looks like:

Wii Fit Tips