1. What is Ideal Body Weight?

Ideal body weight is the weight that is considered optimal for a person's height, typically corresponding to a BMI in the healthy range (18.5-24.9 kg/m²). It's often calculated using the midpoint BMI value of 22.5 kg/m².

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

Where:

• \( \text{Ideal BMI} \) — Typically 22.5 kg/m² (midpoint of healthy range)
• \( \text{Height} \) — Height in meters

Explanation: This formula calculates the weight that would give you your target BMI based on your height.

3. Importance of Ideal Weight Calculation

Details: Knowing your ideal weight helps set realistic health goals, assess weight-related health risks, and guide nutrition and fitness plans.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your height in meters and select your target BMI (default is 22.5, the midpoint of the healthy range). All values must be valid (height > 0, BMI between 18.5-24.9).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why use 22.5 as the default BMI?
A: 22.5 is the midpoint of the healthy BMI range (18.5-24.9), representing an average ideal weight.

Q2: Is this calculation accurate for everyone?
A: While useful for most adults, this calculation doesn't account for body composition, muscle mass, or frame size.

Q3: How do I convert my height to meters?
A: If you know your height in centimeters, divide by 100. If in feet and inches: (feet × 12 + inches) × 0.0254.

Q4: Should athletes use this calculation?
A: Athletes with high muscle mass may have a higher healthy weight than this calculation suggests.

Q5: What's the difference between ideal weight and healthy weight range?
A: Ideal weight is a specific value, while healthy weight range spans weights corresponding to BMI 18.5-24.9.