🧮 Ideal Weight Calculator
Different formulas give slightly different results — we provide the average of all.
📊 Ideal Weight Statistics and Facts
Different Formulas
There are 5+ different ideal weight formulas: Devine, Hamwi, Robinson, Miller, and Broca. Each gives a slightly different result — the average is considered the most accurate.
Ideal BMI Range
According to the WHO, the optimal BMI is 18.5–24.9. However, the lowest mortality risk is thought to be at a BMI of 22–23.
Individual Differences
Ideal weight depends on body type: ectomorphs naturally weigh less, endomorphs — more. Body frame (wrist circumference) is also an important factor.
💡 Practical Tips
- Set a Realistic Goal — a healthy rate of weight loss: 0.5–1 kg per week. Losing weight too quickly often ends in a yo-yo effect.
- Consider Your Body Type — if you have a broad body frame (large wrist circumference), your ideal weight may be higher than the formulas indicate.
- Weight Is Not the Only Indicator — muscle weighs more than fat. You can weigh the same but look completely different after changing your body composition.
What the Result Shows and How to Read It
The ideal weight calculator provides an average of several formulas rather than a single number. It is best to treat the result as a reference range: if your weight is within ±5 kg of the calculated number, there is usually no reason to worry. More important than the number itself is the direction and how you feel, not a specific kilogram.
📏 When Formulas Go Wrong
- Muscle mass — people who exercise often weigh more than the formulas indicate because muscle is denser than fat (see body fat).
- Body Frame — a broad frame means natural weight may be higher.
- Age and Sex — formulas often do not have enough data to account for these differences.
- Athletes — for them, body composition assessment is more appropriate than weight assessment.
🎯 How to Set a Realistic Goal
- Use a Range, Not a Single Number — allow for ±5 kg of fluctuation.
- Combine with BMI — check how the result looks in the BMI calculator.
- Move Gradually — a healthy rate is about 0,5–1 kg per week.
- Use a Calorie Plan — if you want to change your weight, see calorie deficit or calorie surplus.
🙋 Frequently Asked Questions
Is ideal weight the same for everyone? No — it depends on body type, age, and activity level.
Do I need to aim for exactly this number? Not necessarily; body composition, how you feel, and health markers are more important.
Which formula is the most accurate? None is the most accurate for everyone — that is why an average of several formulas is provided.