Ideal Weight Calculator
Find your ideal weight range based on your height and gender using several popular formulas.
Your Ideal Weight
How the Ideal Weight Calculator Works
Our Ideal Weight Calculator provides an estimate of your ideal body weight based on your height and gender. The calculator uses several popular formulas to give you a range of ideal weights.
What Is Ideal Weight?
The concept of an ideal weight is controversial, and there is no single definition that is universally accepted. However, it is often used to refer to a weight that is thought to be healthiest for a person of a certain height.
How This Calculator Determines Your Ideal Weight
- Input Your Details: Enter your gender and height.
- Ideal Weight Calculation: The calculator uses four different formulas to estimate your ideal weight:
- Robinson Formula: Used for men and women.
- Miller Formula: Used for men and women.
- Devine Formula: Used for men and women.
- Hamwi Formula: Used for men and women.
Why Use an Ideal Weight Calculator?
Using an ideal weight calculator can help you:
- Get a General Idea of a Healthy Weight: See a range of weights that are considered healthy for your height.
- Set Weight Goals: Use the results as a starting point for setting weight loss or weight gain goals.
- Start a Conversation With Your Doctor: Discuss your results with your doctor to determine what a healthy weight is for you.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Which formula is the most accurate?
There is no consensus on which formula is the most accurate. Each formula was developed under different circumstances and for different populations. The best approach is to consider the range of weights provided by all the formulas.
2. Does this calculator work for children?
No, this calculator is designed for adults only.