How is ideal weight calculated?
Several scientific formulas estimate ideal weight: Devine (1974), Robinson (1983), Miller (1983), and Hamwi (1964). The average provides a more balanced result.
Are the formulas accurate?
These formulas provide estimates based on average populations. Actual ideal weight depends on body composition, genetics, and activity level.
Ideal weight vs. healthy weight
The mathematical ideal weight isn't always healthiest. A healthy body composition and balanced habits matter more than the number on the scale.