Ideal Weight Calculator

How It Works

This calculator uses four well-established formulas for estimating ideal body weight (IBW). All formulas are based on height in inches above 5 feet (60 inches):

• Devine (1974): Men: 50 + 2.3 kg per inch over 5 ft. Women: 45.5 + 2.3 kg per inch over 5 ft.
• Robinson (1983): Men: 52 + 1.9 kg per inch over 5 ft. Women: 49 + 1.7 kg per inch over 5 ft.
• Miller (1983): Men: 56.2 + 1.41 kg per inch over 5 ft. Women: 53.1 + 1.36 kg per inch over 5 ft.
• Hamwi (1964): Men: 48 + 2.7 kg per inch over 5 ft. Women: 45.5 + 2.2 kg per inch over 5 ft.

These formulas were designed for adults and provide a rough estimate. Your actual ideal weight depends on many factors including body composition, muscle mass, bone density, and overall health.

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