These key health indicators will help make sense of your health checks and understand what’s normal for you, so you can keep track of your health and seek support when you need it.
Body Mass Index (BMI)
Ideal range: 18.5 – 24.9
Indicates how healthy your wieght in.
Cholesterol levels
Healthy total: below 5mmol/L
Cholesterol is a fat-like substance found in the blood.
Active minutes
Aim for 150 minutes per week
The NHS recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate intensity exercise per week.
Blood pressure
Ideal range: 90/60 – 120/80mmHg
Measures the force of your heart pumping blood around your body.
Waist size
Healthiest below 94cm (37 inches)
Gives an indication of fat levels around your internal organs.
Phone numbers
Key digits to save to your phone
Add your GP, NHS 111 and the Samaritans (116123) to contact for quick access to support.
Learn more about men’s health by exploring our men’s health resources to spread awareness and learn how to support male employees.
Source: www.nhs.co.uk
