Ideal Weight Calculator

What is Ideal Weight?

Your ideal weight is the weight range that is considered healthy for your height, age, and gender. It is not a fixed number but a range that helps you maintain good health and reduce the risk of weight-related health issues like obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.

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Why Calculate Ideal Weight?

1. Health Goals: Helps you set realistic weight goals for maintaining or achieving a healthy lifestyle.
2. Fitness Planning: Useful for creating personalized diet and exercise plans.
3. Risk Assessment: Identifies if you are underweight, overweight, or within a healthy range.

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How Does the Ideal Weight Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the Peterson Formula, which incorporates age, height, and gender to estimate ideal weight. Here’s how it works:

1. Input Your Details:
   • Gender: Select your gender (male or female).
   • Age: Enter your age in years.
   • Height: Enter your height in centimeters.
2. Calculation:
   • For Men:Ideal Weight (kg)=50+0.9×(Height (cm)−152.4)+0.1×(Age−20)Ideal Weight (kg)=50+0.9×(Height (cm)−152.4)+0.1×(Age−20)
   • For Women:Ideal Weight (kg)=45.5+0.9×(Height (cm)−152.4)+0.1×(Age−20)Ideal Weight (kg)=45.5+0.9×(Height (cm)−152.4)+0.1×(Age−20)
3. Result:
   • The calculator will display your estimated ideal weight in kilograms.

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Example Calculation

• Input:
  • Gender: Female
  • Age: 30 years
  • Height: 165 cm
• Output:
  • Ideal Weight: 57.65 kg

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Limitations of the Calculator

1. General Estimate: The formula provides a general estimate and may not account for individual factors like muscle mass, bone density, or body composition.
2. Not for Athletes: Athletes or individuals with high muscle mass may have a higher healthy weight than the calculated ideal weight.
3. Consult a Professional: For personalized advice, consult a healthcare professional or dietitian.