Health & Fitness
Ideal Weight Calculator
Find your ideal weight range using multiple scientific formulas.
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What is Ideal Weight Calculator?
An ideal weight calculator estimates a healthy weight range based on your height, gender, and body frame using established medical formulas. It provides a target range rather than a single number, since healthy weight depends on muscle mass, bone density, and individual factors.
How to Use
- Enter your height and gender
- Select your body frame size (small, medium, large) if applicable
- View ideal weight ranges from multiple formulas (Devine, Robinson, Miller, Hamwi)
- Use the range as a general guideline alongside body fat percentage and BMI
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which ideal weight formula is most accurate?
- No single formula is perfect. The Devine formula is most widely used in medicine. Comparing results from multiple formulas gives you a reasonable target range.
- Does ideal weight account for muscle mass?
- No, standard formulas are based on height and gender only. Muscular individuals may healthily weigh more than the calculated ideal. Body fat percentage is a better metric for them.
- How much does body frame size matter?
- A large-framed person can be 10-15% heavier than a small-framed person at the same height and still be at a healthy weight. Wrist and elbow measurements can determine frame size.