1. A female with a waist circumference of 72 centimeters is within the normal range.2. According to professional medical websites, the healthy waist circumference for Chinese adult women should be less than 80 centimeters.3. A waist circumference between 80 and 85 centimeters indicates a risk of early central obesity.4. If the waist circumference reaches or exceeds 85 centimeters, it is classified as central obesity.5. Therefore, a waist circumference of 72 centimeters indicates that the female is in a healthy state. Waist circumference measurement should follow these steps:6. Use a soft tape measure that is accurate to 1 millimeter and measure on an empty stomach.7. Ensure that all clothing is removed from the waist or that the female is wearing light clothing to minimize errors.8. The person being measured should stand naturally with feet apart about 30 to 40 centimeters.9. Make sure the abdomen is relaxed and breathing is natural.10. Place the soft tape measure at the right midaxillary line, at the center point of the inguinal ligament and the lower edge of the 12th rib, which is the narrowest part of the waist.11. Measure horizontally around the abdomen once, with the tape measure closely attached to the skin but without applying pressure, and take the measurement at the end of exhalation.