Enter your height and sitting height into the calculator to determine whether you have a short or long torso. This calculator helps you understand your body proportions.
Torso Type Formula
The following ratio is used to determine the torso type:
Sitting Height Ratio = Sitting Height / Height
If the sitting height ratio is less than or equal to 0.52, the individual has a long torso. If the ratio is greater than 0.52, the individual has a short torso.
What is Torso Length?
Torso length is the measurement from the top of the head to the bottom of the seat when sitting. It is an important measurement for determining clothing sizes, ergonomic settings, and athletic performance. Understanding whether you have a short or long torso can help with selecting the right clothing and equipment for comfort and performance.
How to Calculate Torso Type?
The following steps outline how to determine your torso type:
- First, measure your height in inches.
- Next, measure your sitting height in inches from the top of your head to the seat when sitting.
- Calculate the Sitting Height Ratio using the formula above.
- Determine your torso type based on the ratio: if ≤ 0.52, you have a long torso; if > 0.52, you have a short torso.
- Use the calculator above to verify your results.
Example Problem:
Use the following variables as an example problem to test your knowledge.
Height = 68 inches
Sitting Height = 36 inches