Ideal Weight Calculator
Calculate your ideal weight using recognized medical formulas. Find your healthy weight range based on height, age, and gender.
Calculate Your Ideal Weight
About Ideal Weight
Ideal weight is a target weight derived from various medical formulas, considering factors like height, age, and gender. It provides a healthy weight range to aim for and is used by healthcare professionals worldwide.
Multiple Formulas
We use four recognized medical formulas (Robinson, Miller, Devine, Hamwi) to provide a comprehensive view of your ideal weight range, ensuring accuracy across different body types.
Health Benefits
Maintaining an ideal weight reduces the risk of chronic diseases, improves energy levels, and enhances overall quality of life and longevity.
Complete Ideal Weight Calculator Guide
Understanding Medical Weight Formulas
Our ideal weight calculator uses four established medical formulas, each developed by renowned researchers. These formulas have been validated across different populations and are used by healthcare professionals worldwide.
- Robinson Formula (1983): Modern adjustment of Devine formula
- Miller Formula (1983): Refined calculations for better accuracy
- Devine Formula (1974): Original medical standard
- Hamwi Formula (1964): Traditional healthcare benchmark
Factors Affecting Ideal Weight
Your ideal weight depends on multiple factors beyond just height. Our calculator considers age, gender, and body frame to provide personalized recommendations that reflect your unique physiology.
- Height: Primary determinant of weight range
- Gender: Men typically have higher ideal weights
- Age: Metabolic changes affect optimal weight
- Body frame: Small, medium, or large build
- Muscle mass: Athletes may weigh more healthily
Achieving and Maintaining Ideal Weight
Reaching your ideal weight requires a balanced approach combining proper nutrition, regular exercise, and lifestyle modifications. Our calculator provides the target to help you set realistic, achievable goals.
- Gradual weight changes: 0.5-1 kg per week
- Balanced nutrition: All food groups included
- Regular exercise: Cardio and strength training
- Adequate sleep: 7-9 hours nightly
- Stress management: Cortisol affects weight