Frequently Asked Questions
What is ideal body weight?
Ideal body weight is the weight range considered healthiest for your height, gender, and body frame. Multiple medical formulas exist to estimate it.
Which formulas are used?
This calculator uses the Robinson, Miller, Devine, and Hamwi formulas to provide a comprehensive range of ideal weight estimates.
How is ideal weight different from BMI?
BMI measures your current weight status, while ideal weight suggests a healthy target weight range to aim for based on your height and gender.
Updated 2026 — WHO standards