How to use the Ideal Weight Calculator
The ideal weight calculator shows what four classic formulas suggest for a given height and sex.
Open the Ideal Weight Calculator →
What you need to enter
- Sex
- Height (cm)
The formula
Devine, Robinson, Miller and Hamwi each add a fixed amount for every inch over 5 feet, such as Devine's 50 kg + 2.3 kg per inch for men.
Worked example
Using the default values in the calculator:
- Sex: Male
- Height (cm): 175
| Devine | 70.5 kg |
| Robinson | 68.9 kg |
| Miller | 68.7 kg |
| Hamwi | 72 kg |
Tips for better results
- Treat the results as a range.
- Body composition matters more than a single number.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Treating one formula as exact.
- Ignoring muscle mass and frame size.
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