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An ideal weight calculator estimates a healthy target weight range using standard formulas (Hamwi, Devine, Robinson) based on height and sex. All formulas are approximations — individual body composition varies widely.

Formula

Devine (men): 50kg + 2.3kg per inch over 5'0"; Devine (women): 45.5kg + 2.3kg per inch over 5'0"; BMI 18.5-24.9
H
Height (cm or feet/inches)
W_ideal
Ideal weight (kg)
BMI
Body Mass Index (kg/m²)

Guida passo passo

  1. 1Hamwi (men): 48kg + 2.7kg per inch over 5ft
  2. 2Hamwi (women): 45.5kg + 2.2kg per inch over 5ft
  3. 3Devine (men): 50kg + 2.3kg per inch over 5ft
  4. 4BMI 18.5–24.9 gives an alternative weight range

Esempi risolti

Ingresso
Male, 180cm (5'11") using Hamwi
Risultato
48 + 2.7×11 = 77.7 kg ideal weight

Domande frequenti

Is ideal weight just one number?

No, it's a range (BMI 18.5-24.9). "Ideal" varies by age, sex, muscle mass, bone density.

Which formula is most accurate?

Devine is popular. But consider frame size, muscle mass, sport training. BMI is rough starting point.

Can muscular people have "overweight" BMI?

Yes. Muscle is denser than fat. Body fat % is better than BMI for athletes.

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