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Lean Body Mass Calculator

Calculate your Lean Body Mass (LBM) — total weight minus body fat — using the Boer formula.

What is Lean Body Mass?

Lean Body Mass (LBM) is your weight excluding fat. It is useful for medication dosing and tracking strength-training progress.

How is it calculated?

Boer formula:

  • Men: 0.407·kg + 0.267·cm − 19.2
  • Women: 0.252·kg + 0.473·cm − 48.3

Frequently Asked Questions

How is LBM different from FFM?
LBM technically includes essential fat in organs; Fat-Free Mass excludes all fat. The numbers are usually similar.