Ideal Weight Calculator
Ideal body weight formulas were designed for medical dosing estimates, not as a personal goal. The Devine formula is shown here because it is widely cited. Healthy weight is a range, not a single number.
Devine ideal weight70.5 kg
In pounds155.3 lb
Not medical advice.
Formula
Male: 50 kg + 2.3 kg per inch over 5 ft. Female: 45.5 kg + 2.3 kg per inch over 5 ft.
How to use this calculator
- Choose sex.
- Enter height in centimeters.
- Read the Devine estimate in kg and lb.
Examples
175 cm male
175 cm is about 68.9 in. Ideal ≈ 50 + 2.3×(68.9−60) ≈ 70.5 kg.
FAQ
Should I aim for this exact weight?+
No. Treat it as a reference from one formula. Frame, muscle, and health markers matter more.
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