What “body shape” means here
“Body shape” refers to your measurement pattern (where you carry width), not your fitness level, health status, or worth. Two people can share the same shape and look completely different.
Body Shape Calculator
Enter your shoulders, bust/chest, waist and hips to estimate your body shape based on proportions.
How this calculator works
This tool estimates your body shape using simple proportions between your shoulders, bust/chest, waist, and hips. It’s not about “good” or “bad” shapes — it’s a quick way to understand how your measurements distribute.
What we compare
- Shoulders vs hips (top-heavy vs bottom-heavy balance)
- Waist relative to shoulders/hips (how defined the midsection is)
- Bust/chest for extra context (especially for male/female patterns)
Getting accurate measurements
- Measure on bare skin if possible, with the tape level.
- Keep it snug, not compressing tissue.
- Stand relaxed, normal breath — don’t suck in your waist.
- Take 2–3 readings and use the most consistent number.
How to use the result
- Clothing: helps guide cuts that balance shoulders/hips.
- Training: can help you focus on symmetry (e.g., upper vs lower emphasis).
- Progress tracking: you can re-check after a phase of training/fat loss.
Your shape can shift over time — especially with muscle gain, fat loss, and posture changes.
Common reasons results feel “off”
- Tape isn’t level (tilted tape inflates numbers).
- Measurements taken over thick clothing.
- Waist is measured too high/low (not the narrowest point).
- Shoulders measured too far forward/back.
Limitations (important)
- This is an estimate based on a few circumference points.
- Different methods define shapes slightly differently.
- “Shape” doesn’t diagnose health or replace medical advice.
Quick workflow
Choose sex
Pick cm / inches
Measure 4 areas
Keep tape level
Get your shape
Borderline outcomes are normal — small measurement differences can switch categories.
Mini FAQ
Is body shape the same as body type (ecto/meso/endo)?
No. Body shape is about proportions (shoulders/waist/hips). Body type (frame) is more about bone-structure tendency (wrist/ankle/knee/elbow). They answer different questions.
Can my body shape change?
Yes. Muscle gain, fat loss, and posture changes can shift your proportions over time. The categories are not permanent.
What if I’m between two shapes?
That’s common. If your numbers are close, treat the result as a spectrum. Re-measure calmly and use the same method each time.
Should I measure shoulders “around” or “across”?
For this calculator, measure around the widest part of your shoulders/delts, keeping the tape level. (That matches how bust/waist/hips are taken.)
How often should I re-test?
Only if you’re tracking changes — for example every 4–8 weeks during a training or cut phase. Otherwise, once is enough.
Have more questions? Visit the full FAQs.