How to measure your waist | NHS

This video explains how to measure your waist so you can calculate your waist to height ratio. Calculating your waist to height ratio is a way to measure your health alongside your body mass index (BMI). It helps you find out if you're carrying too much weight around your tummy. Calculate your waist to height ratio now by visiting https://www.nhs.uk/health-assessment-tools/calculate-your-waist-to-height-ratio/how-to-measure-your-waist 00:00 - 00:12 Waist to height ratio 00:13 - 00:45 How to measure your waist 00:46 - 01:31 How to work out your waist to height ratio 01:32 - 02:01 What your result means 02:02 - 02:25 When to contact your GP surgery