🎯 Understanding Ideal Weight
Ideal body weight isn't just about appearance—it's about finding the weight range where your body functions optimally for health, longevity, and quality of life. Different formulas account for various factors like height, gender, age, and body frame.
Health Optimization
Your ideal weight range minimizes health risks like cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and joint problems while maximizing energy and vitality.
Multiple Perspectives
Different formulas consider various factors. Some focus on height and gender, others include age and body frame for more personalized results.
Realistic Goals
Use these calculations as guidelines, not absolute rules. Your ideal weight should be sustainable and achievable through healthy lifestyle choices.
Progress Tracking
Track progress toward your healthy weight range gradually. Sustainable weight loss is typically 0.5-1 kg per week through diet and exercise.
Calculate Your Ideal Weight
Input your measurements to get personalized ideal weight calculations from multiple scientific formulas
Available Formulas
All Formulas
Complete analysisRobinson
1983, widely usedMiller
1983, alternativeDevine
1974, medicalHamwi
1964, clinicalHealthy BMI
BMI 18.5-24.9📚 Understanding Ideal Weight Formulas
Robinson Formula (1983)
Most widely used formula in clinical settings. Provides conservative estimates based on height and gender with good accuracy for general population.
Accuracy: High for average builds
Note: May underestimate for athletes
Devine Formula (1974)
Originally developed for medical dosing calculations. Tends to give slightly higher weights than Robinson, often used in pharmaceutical contexts.
Accuracy: Good for clinical use
Note: Slightly higher estimates
Healthy BMI Range
Based on BMI 18.5-24.9, provides the widest range. Accounts for natural weight variation and different body compositions within healthy parameters.
Accuracy: Good population health indicator
Note: May not suit muscular individuals
Body Frame Adjustments
Body frame size affects ideal weight. Small frames may carry less weight optimally, while large frames can carry more weight healthily.
Medium Frame: No adjustment
Large Frame: +10% adjustment
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Which formula is most accurate?
The Robinson formula is most widely accepted in medical practice. However, using the average of all formulas often provides the most balanced estimate for general population.
What if I'm very muscular?
These formulas may underestimate ideal weight for athletes and very muscular individuals. Consider body fat percentage and lean mass instead of just weight.
How much weight variation is normal?
A 5-10 kg range within your ideal weight is completely normal and healthy. Daily weight can fluctuate 1-3 kg due to water, food, and hormones.
Should I aim for the exact ideal weight?
Focus on the healthy range rather than exact numbers. Your ideal weight is where you feel energetic, healthy, and can maintain long-term.
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