BMI - Big Mis-Interpretation

By: Matt Stone

I was just reflecting once again on how silly the BMI, or Body Mass Index concept is.  It's is an absolute abomination that there is not a separate chart for men and women.  For example, my girlfriend and I have similar body compositions - not excessively lean and not excessively fat.  Our waist measurements are both about 8 inches below the official "danger zone" for men and women respectively.  Yet, her BMI is 21 - on the low side of normal, and mine is just under 27 - right in the middle of what is considered the overweight range. 

It's ridiculous.  My weight is heavy for my appearance and body fat content precisely because of the health enhancements I've had over the years.  I have very dense bones, well-nourished and vibrant organs, dense muscles, and my cells are very well-hydrated - all signs of someone with a flourishing metabolism.  Yet, the BMI says I'm overweight, and that at 128 pounds I am in the "normal range."  This is nuts.  I have less than 5% body fat at 160-165, and 128 is supposed to be normal?  You've gotta be kidding me. 

Ignore the BMI.  Do as Bruce suggests:

EAT FREELY OF HIGH-QUALITY FOODS!

With persistence, metabolic healing is destined to take place - the end result is a well-nourished and smoothly-functioning version of YOU.