Estimate reference body weights based on your height and sex using several commonly cited formulas. You can also see the weight range corresponding to an adult BMI of 18.5-24.9.
These formulas were developed as height-based reference weight equations. They use a base weight at 5 feet and add weight for each inch above 5 feet.
Vedicaly's Ideal Weight Calculator provides an estimate of ideal body weight based on information such as height and sex. It uses established mathematical formulas to provide reference weight estimates.
Enter the requested information, including your height and other available details. The calculator will calculate an estimated ideal weight based on the formulas used by the tool.
Ideal body weight is a calculated reference value rather than a single medically correct weight for every person. Different formulas can produce different results because they use different mathematical approaches.
A suitable body weight can vary according to factors such as height, age, body composition, muscle mass and individual circumstances. A calculated ideal weight should therefore be treated as a general reference rather than an exact target.
Ideal weight formulas were developed using different methods and assumptions. As a result, the estimated weight can vary depending on which formula is used.
No. Ideal weight formulas estimate a reference body weight, while BMI relates a person's weight to their height. Both are general screening or reference tools and do not provide a complete assessment of an individual's health.
