The term for the percentage of fat in your body compared to your total weight is referred to as body fat percentage. This measurement provides insight into an individual’s body composition and health status. A healthy body fat percentage varies by age and gender, with lower percentages generally indicating better metabolic health and physical fitness. Monitoring body fat percentage can help individuals track their progress in fitness programs and assess whether they are gaining muscle or losing fat. Accurate assessments often require tools such as skinfold calipers or bioelectrical impedance scales.