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Ideal Weight Calculator
Four classic ideal-body-weight formulas side by side. Useful for dosing references and starting-point goal weights.
Devine (lb)
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- Robinson (lb)
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- Miller (lb)
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- Hamwi (lb)
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FAQ
Which formula is best? +
None are perfect — they were developed for medication dosing, not weight-loss goals. Devine is the most cited in clinical settings.
Why do they disagree? +
Each was derived from different populations and decades. Use the average if you want a single target.