Ideal Weight Calculator
See your ideal body weight for your height using established formulas, alongside the healthy weight range based on BMI.
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What is the Ideal Weight Calculator?
Ideal body weight is a target weight associated with good health for a given height and sex. Several formulas exist (Devine, Robinson, Miller); this calculator shows a couple plus a healthy BMI range.
How to Calculate
The Devine formula: men start at 50 kg, women at 45.5 kg, adding 2.3 kg for every inch of height over 5 feet. The healthy range is the weight that gives a BMI between 18.5 and 24.9.
Formula
Devine (men) = 50 + 2.3 × (inches over 5ft)
How to Use
- Enter your details in the fields above.
- The result updates instantly as you type.
- Use Copy, Print or Download PDF to save your result.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which number should I aim for?
Use the healthy BMI range as a guide rather than a single number u2014 where you sit within it depends on your build, muscle mass and health goals.
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