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Lean Body Mass (LBM) Calculator (Boer & James Clinical Formulas)

Calculate your Lean Body Mass (LBM in kg and lbs), Fat Mass, and Lean Percentage using the gold-standard Boer and James pharmacological equations for clinical drug dosing and athletic nutrition planning.

Calculated Result

Lean Body Mass (Boer LBM in kg)

58.1kg

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Lean Body Mass (Boer LBM in kg)

58.1kg

Estimated Fat Mass (kg)

16.9 kg

Lean Body Mass Percentage

77.5%

Lean Body Mass vs Fat Mass Composition

Lean Muscle & Bone Mass
58.1 kg(77%)
Fat Mass
16.9 kg(23%)

Standard clinical equations utilized in pharmacology, anesthesia, and sports physiology.

This tool is a mathematical wellness and fitness estimation model for general educational guidance only. The results do not constitute medical diagnosis, clinical advice, or treatment plans. Always consult a qualified physician or certified dietitian before starting any dietary regimen, exercise program, or making health decisions.

Calculation Methodology

Boer Formula: Men LBM (kg) = (0.407 * Weight) + (0.267 * Height) - 19.2. Women LBM (kg) = (0.252 * Weight) + (0.473 * Height) - 48.3.

Frequently Asked Questions

LBM encompasses all non-fat physiological components: skeletal muscle, bones, vital organs, blood volume, and intracellular/extracellular water.

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