Find your answer in seconds

Your health metrics (weight, height, age) are used throughout eFit for personalized calculations. Keep them current for accurate results.

Where Health Metrics Are Used

• BMI Calculator: Requires height and weight
• BMR/TDEE Calculator: Uses age, gender, height, and weight
• Heart Rate Zones: Based on your age
• Calorie Estimates: Personalized to your body composition

Updating Your Metrics

1. Go to Edit Profile
2. Select your preferred Unit System (Imperial or Metric)
3. Enter your current:
   • Age: 15-90 years
   • Height: Inches (Imperial) or Centimeters (Metric)
   • Weight: Pounds (Imperial) or Kilograms (Metric)
   • Gender: Male, Female, or Other
4. Click Save Changes

BMI Calculator

Access the BMI calculator in Module 5 to see your Body Mass Index:

• Formula: Weight (kg) / Height (m)²
• Results show your BMI category

BMR Calculator

Calculate your Basal Metabolic Rate (calories burned at rest):

• Access via the BMR Calculator tool
• Select your activity level for TDEE (Total Daily Energy Expenditure)
• Activity levels range from sedentary to extreme athlete

When to Update

• After significant weight changes
• On your birthday (age affects calculations)
• If you notice inaccurate calorie or heart rate data

Data Privacy

Your health metrics are encrypted and stored securely. Only you and authorized faculty can access this information.