John Kuthe wrote:
> I am NOT OBESE! 171 lbs at 5'6" and BMI of 27.63.

Good thing you're not in the USMC.
They would kick you out with that BMI.

Their "fit" standards are a BMI of about 15
or a bit more for men. 20-25 for women.

Those numbers are close. I'm just remembering from about
20 years ago when I had a "US Marine Fitness" book.

I'm 8 inches taller than you and my ideal weight
is about 190. You, sir, have a fat tummy!

(not that I'm one to talk - I've grown mine a bit
more than I like myself)

Also, the BMI is the best indicator of fitness.
You can compare 2 people, same size and weight.
One is muscular and one is not.
One is fit and the non-muscular is fat.

Other than BMI,
Your mirror is good indication of your fitness, not the
scales. Stand naked in front of it. Look at your body
front on, then turn sideways and look again. You'll know
if you're fit or not.