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What is Lean Body Mass?
Lean Body Mass (LBM) is your total weight minus body fat. It includes muscle, bones, organs, and water.
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Calculation Method
We use the Boer population equation to estimate lean body mass from height, weight, and the sex-specific equation selected.
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Using the Results
The estimate can help you follow broad body-composition trends. It is not a direct measurement and should not be used for medication dosing.
Method and sources
Method: Boer lean body mass equation.
Supported population: Adults within the body-size range represented by the Boer equation.
- Height and weight are current
- The selected sex-specific equation is appropriate
Frequently asked questions
How is the Lean mass estimate calculated?
Boer lean body mass equation.
What are the limitations of this Lean mass estimate?
The result is a population-based estimate and is not a substitute for DEXA or another direct body-composition assessment.