Pignet Index

Pignet Index or Body Build Index is an index used for evaluation of body build. It was suggested in 1901 by Maurice–Charles–Joseph Pignet, who was a French army doctor.

Pignet Index is expressed by formula:

Stature in cm - (weight in kg + chest circumference in cm)

Body build according to this index is noted as:
 * Very sturdy: <10
 * Sturdy: 10-15
 * Good: 16-20
 * Average: 21-25
 * Weak: 26-30
 * Very weak: 31-35
 * Poor: >36