Understanding the BMI Scale
The Body Mass Index (BMI) scale is used by healthcare professionals globally as a quick screening tool for potential health risks associated with weight. However, it is essential to understand that BMI is an indirect measure of body fat.
Limitations for Athletes
Individuals with high Muscle Mass (such as powerlifters or bodybuilders) will often fall into the "Overweight" or "Obese" categories. This is because muscle is significantly denser than fat. In these cases, Body Fat Percentage is a much more accurate metric of health than BMI.