📏 Ideal Weight Range Calculator
Enter your height to see the healthy weight range associated with a normal BMI (18.5–24.9) for that height.
Healthy BMI range (18.5–24.9) for your height.
How the Ideal Weight Range Calculator works
The calculator works out the weight range that would put you in the WHO's "normal" BMI category (18.5 to 24.9) at your specific height.
Step-by-step calculation
- 1Enter your height.
- 2Square the height in meters.
- 3Multiply by 18.5 and 24.9.
Worked example
At 1.75 m, a healthy BMI range is 56.7–76.3 kg (about 125–168 lb).
Ideal Weight Range Calculator examples
| Height (cm) | Healthy weight range |
|---|---|
| 150 | 41.6–56.0 kg |
| 160 | 47.4–63.7 kg |
| 170 | 53.5–72.0 kg |
| 180 | 59.9–80.7 kg |
| 190 | 66.8–89.9 kg |
Other inputs kept at the calculator's default values. Results calculated by this calculator.
Why use an Ideal Weight Range Calculator?
See a healthy weight range for your height.
Important factors that can affect your results
- Muscle mass and frame size.
- Age and ethnicity.
- Your doctor's advice.
Frequently asked questions
Is this range appropriate for everyone?
It's a general BMI-based range and doesn't account for individual factors like muscle mass, frame size, or health conditions.
Should athletes use this range?
BMI-based ranges are often not representative for athletes with high muscle mass — consult a healthcare provider for a fuller assessment.
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