Ideal Weight
Ideal Weight Overview
Find your ideal weight (Devine, Miller, Robinson)
The Ideal Weight Calculator finds the medically recommended weight for your height and gender. It calculates results using the Devine, Miller, Robinson, and Hamwi formulas. These formulas are used by doctors to determine drug dosages and by dietitians to set healthy weight goals.
While 'ideal' is subjective, these medical standards provide a healthy baseline to aim for, ensuring you are neither underweight nor overweight according to historical population data.
How to Use Ideal Weight
- Select your gender.
- Enter your height.
- View your Ideal Body Weight (IBW) instantly.
- See the range of results from different medical formulas.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Which formula should I use?
- The Devine formula (1974) is the most widely used medical standard. The Robinson formula (1983) is often preferred for women.
- Why is the weight lower than I expected?
- These formulas were developed decades ago based on life insurance data. Modern populations tend to be heavier. Many experts suggest treating these as a 'minimum healthy weight' rather than a distinct target.
- Does this account for muscle?
- No. Like BMI, these simple formulas only consider height. Athletes with high muscle mass will often weigh more than their 'ideal' weight without being unhealthy.
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