Body composition

Body Proportionality Calculator

Compare your measurements to a reference proportionality model. Useful for identifying which muscle groups to prioritize.

Body proportionality compares your actual measurements (chest, shoulders, arms, waist, thighs) to a reference model (golden ratio, Steve Reeves Classic, or your own goals). The output shows percentage deviation per measurement so you can target weak points.

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  • BMR · cal/day at rest
  • BMI ·  
  • Lean body mass · kg

30% protein · 40% carbs · 30% fat

Advanced metrics

Numbers are estimates. Eat at your target for 2 to 3 weeks, track weight, and adjust by ±100 cal/day if it does not match your real maintenance. See how accurate is TDEE?

Show advanced metrics 12 metrics · 7 formulas · 2D macro selector · life-stage

All metrics

Calculate above to populate the full metric table.

All 7 BMR formulas (side-by-side)

Mifflin–St Jeor · Harris–Benedict (revised) · Katch–McArdle · Cunningham · Average · Simple multiplier · Custom

TDEE across activity levels

See how much your TDEE changes between sedentary and athlete. Highlighted bar is your current selection.

Macros: 2D selector

Goal × carb-split matrix: Cut / Maintain / Bulk × Low / Moderate / High carb.

Life-stage adjustments

Luteal phase · Pregnancy (T1/T2/T3) · Breastfeeding · Perimenopause · PCOS

Useful as a training-planning input: if your arms are 95% of target but chest is 80%, prioritize chest volume. Most lifters carry stronger pulling muscles than pushing, or stronger upper body than lower, the proportionality lens makes the imbalance visible.

Common reference models

  • Classical (Reeves / Grecian): arm = neck = calf; chest = pelvis × 1.65
  • Adonis Index: shoulder-to-waist 1.618
  • V-taper: shoulder-to-waist 1.4–1.5 (more achievable, still aesthetic)
  • Your own: set targets that match your goals and structure

Frequently asked questions

How often should I track these measurements?
Every 4–8 weeks. Measure at the same time of day (morning, fasted), use the same tape, and take three readings per site. Body changes slowly, weekly measurement creates noise without signal.
My structure won't allow some of these proportions. What now?
Frame matters. Wide hips or narrow clavicles can cap shoulder-to-waist ratios. Set proportionality goals that work with your structure, not against it. Aesthetic ratios are guidance, not destiny.