HEALTHY WEIGHT RANGE

Ideal Weight Calculator

Calculate your ideal body weight using four research-backed formulas. See a healthy weight range personalized to your height and frame size — and understand why no single number tells the full story.

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Ideal Weight
160 lbs
Range: 155–165 lbs
Devine161 lbs
Robinson157 lbs
Miller155 lbs
Hamwi165 lbs
Recommended range (average of all formulas)
155 – 165 lbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How is ideal body weight calculated?
Several formulas estimate ideal body weight based on height and sex. The Devine formula (1974) is the most commonly used in clinical settings. Robinson (1983), Miller (1983), and Hamwi (1964) provide alternative estimates. This calculator shows all four so you can see a realistic range rather than relying on a single number.
Is there really one ideal weight for my height?
No. Ideal body weight formulas provide a starting reference, but they do not account for muscle mass, bone density, frame size, age, or ethnic variation. A muscular individual will weigh more than these formulas suggest while still being very healthy. Body fat percentage and waist-to-height ratio are better indicators of health than weight alone.
What is a healthy rate of weight change?
For fat loss, 0.5-1% of body weight per week is considered safe and sustainable. For muscle gain, 0.25-0.5% of body weight per month is realistic for intermediate lifters. Faster rates of change increase the risk of muscle loss (when cutting) or excessive fat gain (when bulking).
How does Vora approach weight management differently?
Vora tracks weight trends over time using a rolling average that filters out daily fluctuations from water, sodium, and digestion. It correlates weight changes with nutrition, training load, sleep quality, and cycle phase (for women) to give you actionable insight — not just a number on a scale.

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