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Obesity Type (Visceral vs. Subcutaneous Fat)

Calculate your waist-to-hip ratio (WHR) from your waist and hip measurements and find out whether your fat pattern leans toward visceral (apple-shaped) or subcutaneous (pear-shaped). Compare against sex-specific thresholds to check your obesity type.

Input

Calculate your WHR (waist-to-hip ratio) from your waist and hip measurements to estimate whether you have a visceral (apple-shaped) or subcutaneous (pear-shaped) fat pattern.

Sex
cm
cm

Result

Your estimated fat-distribution type

Pear shape

Subcutaneous obesity tendency

WHR (waist-to-hip ratio)

0.89

Threshold (Male)

0.90 or higher = apple shape

Fat type

Pear shape

Waist

85.0 cm

Hip

95.0 cm

A WHR of 0.89 is below the Male threshold (0.90), pointing to a Pear shape

WHR thresholds by sex

SexVisceral (apple) threshold
Male (you)WHR 0.90 or higher
FemaleWHR 0.85 or higher

How it works

  • WHR = waist (cm) ÷ hip (cm). Measure your waist at navel level and your hip at its widest point while standing, then enter those values.
  • As a rule of thumb, a WHR of 0.90 or higher in men and 0.85 or higher in women suggests visceral (apple-shaped) obesity, while anything below that suggests subcutaneous (pear-shaped) obesity.
  • The visceral (apple) type tends to store fat around the abdominal organs, giving a protruding belly. It is the pattern more often linked to lifestyle-related diseases.
  • The subcutaneous (pear) type tends to store fat just under the skin of the hips, thighs, and buttocks, and is more common in women. It builds up gradually but can be harder to lose.
  • WHR is only a simple proxy for how fat is distributed. Actual visceral fat volume can only be measured accurately with imaging such as CT. Review it alongside your waist circumference, BMI, and body-fat percentage.
  • This result is a general guide for health management, not a diagnosis or medical advice. If you are concerned, or before making decisions about weight loss or treatment, consult a doctor, registered dietitian, or other professional.