Ideal Weight Calculator
Calculation Results
Devine Formula
Hamwi Formula
Robinson Formula
Miller Formula
BMI Healthy Range
Suggested Target
Ideal Weight Guide
How It Works
This calculator estimates your ideal body weight using standard medical formulas. It creates a baseline for healthy weight goals based on your height and gender.
Example Calculation
Calculating for a height of 5’8″ (68 inches):
Benefits & Use Cases
Healthy Range
Use this as a general guideline to check if your current weight falls within a medically accepted norm.
Goal Setting
Set realistic weight loss or gain targets based on standardized medical data rather than guesses.
Fitness Planning
Useful for medical professionals and fitness trainers to determine dosage or nutrition plans.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Is ideal weight the same for everyone?
No. It depends heavily on gender, height, and age. Body frame size and muscle composition also play a major role.
Q2: Which formula is used?
This calculator primarily uses the Devine Formula (1974), which is the most widely used formula for medical dosages and ideal body weight.
Q3: Can athletes rely on this?
No. Athletes often have high muscle mass, making them weigh more than the “ideal” formula suggests, despite being very healthy.
Q4: Should I aim for this exact number?
No. Treat this as a reference point. Aim for a healthy weight range (using BMI) rather than a single fixed number.