Enter the waist and shoulder circumferences into the calculator to determine the waist to shoulder ratio. This ratio is often used as an indicator of body shape and attractiveness.
Waist to Shoulder Ratio Formula
The following formula is used to calculate the waist to shoulder ratio.
WSR = WC / SC
Variables:
- WSR is the waist to shoulder ratio
- WC is the waist circumference (inches)
- SC is the shoulder circumference (inches)
To calculate the waist to shoulder ratio, divide the waist circumference by the shoulder circumference.
What is a Waist to Shoulder Ratio?
The waist to shoulder ratio (WSR) is a measure of the proportion between the circumference of a person’s waist and their shoulders. It is commonly used in health and fitness to assess body composition and can be an indicator of physical attractiveness in both men and women. A lower ratio often indicates a more V-shaped torso, which is typically associated with a more athletic and attractive physique.
How to Calculate Waist to Shoulder Ratio?
The following steps outline how to calculate the Waist to Shoulder Ratio.
- First, measure the waist circumference (WC) at the narrowest point.
- Next, measure the shoulder circumference (SC) at the widest point across the shoulders.
- Use the formula WSR = WC / SC to calculate the waist to shoulder ratio.
- Enter the measurements into the calculator to get the ratio.
Example Problem :
Use the following measurements as an example problem to test your knowledge.
Waist Circumference (WC) = 32 inches
Shoulder Circumference (SC) = 46 inches
