What is ideal body weight?
Ideal body weight is an estimated healthy weight range based on your height, gender, and body composition.
It is not an exact number, but a scientifically based guideline used in medical and fitness contexts.
💡 This calculator gives a realistic healthy range instead of a single misleading number.
How ideal weight is calculated
We use the Devine formula, a widely used medical equation, to estimate your ideal body weight based on height and gender.
Height-based
Your height is the main factor in calculating healthy weight.
Gender adjusted
Men and women have different body composition averages.
Range based
We show a healthy range, not a single unrealistic number.
Medical formula used
Male formula (Devine):
50 + 2.3 × (height_in_inches − 60)Female formula (Devine):
45.5 + 2.3 × (height_in_inches − 60)This formula is widely used in medical dosing and clinical nutrition to estimate healthy body weight ranges.
Note: This is an estimate. Muscle mass, bone structure, and body fat can significantly affect your real ideal weight.
What is a healthy weight for my height?
Your ideal weight depends on more than height alone, including muscle mass and body composition.
That’s why a range is more accurate than a single number.
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