Ideal Weight Calculator
This calculator estimates your healthy weight range using several scientific formulas. Enter your height and gender to see your ideal weight.
How is Ideal Weight Calculated?
Ideal weight is estimated using several formulas that take into account your height and gender. The most common formulas are:
- Devine Formula:
- Male: 50 + 0.9 × (height in cm − 152)
- Female: 45.5 + 0.9 × (height in cm − 152)
- Robinson Formula:
- Male: 52 + 0.75 × (height in cm − 152)
- Female: 49 + 0.67 × (height in cm − 152)
- Miller Formula:
- Male: 56.2 + 0.56 × (height in cm − 152)
- Female: 53.1 + 0.53 × (height in cm − 152)
- Broca Formula:
- Male: height in cm − 100
- Female: height in cm − 104
What is a Healthy Weight Range?
These formulas provide a range of healthy weights. Use them as a guideline, not an absolute rule. Factors like muscle mass, bone structure, and overall health also matter.
How to Achieve and Maintain Your Ideal Weight
Achieving and maintaining your ideal weight is a journey that involves healthy habits, consistency, and self-awareness. Here are some best practices and real-world tips:
- Eat a Balanced Diet: Focus on whole foods, lean proteins, fruits, vegetables, and healthy fats. Limit processed foods and sugary drinks.
- Practice Portion Control: Be mindful of serving sizes and avoid overeating, even with healthy foods.
- Stay Active: Aim for at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week, such as brisk walking, cycling, or swimming.
- Monitor Your Progress: Track your weight and habits regularly to stay motivated and make adjustments as needed.
- Get Enough Sleep: Poor sleep can disrupt hormones that regulate hunger and metabolism, making weight management more difficult.
- Manage Stress: Chronic stress can lead to unhealthy eating habits. Practice stress-reduction techniques like mindfulness or yoga.
- Seek Professional Guidance: If you have difficulty reaching or maintaining your ideal weight, consult a healthcare provider or registered dietitian for personalized advice.
Example: If your ideal weight range is 60–65 kg, aim to maintain your weight within this range by balancing your calorie intake and physical activity. Remember, muscle mass, bone structure, and overall health are also important—use your ideal weight as a guideline, not a strict target.