Healthy Weight Calculator
Calculate your ideal weight range based on height, gender, and body frame
Healthy Weight Examples
Adult Male
Height: 175 cm
Age: 30 years
Frame: Medium
Ideal Range: 65-75 kg
Based on Hamwi formula
Adult Female
Height: 162 cm
Age: 25 years
Frame: Small
Ideal Range: 52-58 kg
Based on Devine formula
Senior Adult
Height: 168 cm
Age: 65 years
Frame: Large
Ideal Range: 63-73 kg
Based on Miller formula
Healthy Weight Calculation Formulas
Hamwi Formula
Men: 48.0 kg + 2.7 kg per inch over 5 feet
Women: 45.5 kg + 2.2 kg per inch over 5 feet
Adjustments:
Small Frame: -10%
Large Frame: +10%
Devine Formula
Men: 50.0 kg + 2.3 kg per inch over 5 feet
Women: 45.5 kg + 2.3 kg per inch over 5 feet
Most widely used in clinical settings
Miller Formula
Men: 56.2 kg + 1.41 kg per inch over 5 feet
Women: 53.1 kg + 1.36 kg per inch over 5 feet
Considers modern body composition
Benefits & Features
Our healthy weight calculator delivers comprehensive benefits for weight management:
Weight Analysis
- Ideal weight range
- Body frame consideration
- Height-weight correlation
- Age-specific ranges
- Health risk assessment
Health Planning
- Goal weight setting
- Progress tracking
- Health recommendations
- Lifestyle adjustments
- Weight management tips
Personalization
- Gender-specific calculations
- Age considerations
- Body type analysis
- Individual factors
- Custom recommendations
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a healthy weight range?
A healthy weight range considers multiple factors:
- Height and body frame size
- Age and gender differences
- Muscle mass composition
- Overall body structure
- Individual health factors
How is body frame size determined?
Body frame size is determined by:
- Wrist circumference measurement
- Elbow breadth
- Shoulder width
- Overall bone structure
- Family genetic factors
Why do weight ranges vary by method?
Different methods consider:
- Different population studies
- Various time periods
- Different body compositions
- Varying health criteria
- Different research methodologies
How often should I check my weight?
Weight monitoring frequency depends on:
- Personal health goals
- Current weight status
- Medical recommendations
- Lifestyle changes
- Overall health condition
What affects healthy weight range?
Healthy weight ranges are influenced by:
- Age and metabolism
- Physical activity level
- Muscle-to-fat ratio
- Height and body structure
- Genetic predisposition