How to Calculate Ideal Weight?

Use a standard formula based on height and sex

For men: Ideal body weight = 50 kg + 2.3 kg for each inch over 5 feet

For women: Ideal body weight = 45.5 kg + 2.3 kg for each inch over 5 feet

Convert height to inches if needed

Subtract 60 inches from your height to find inches above 5 feet

Multiply the extra inches by 2.3 kg

Add the result to the base weight for your sex

For metric use, convert height to meters and calculate BMI-based healthy weight range

Healthy weight range = BMI 18.5 to 24.9

Weight range in kg = BMI × height in meters × height in meters

Use the lower BMI value for the minimum healthy weight

Use the higher BMI value for the maximum healthy weight

Compare the result with body frame size and muscle mass if needed

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