Summary
Four historical height-based weight references shown together for context, not a single ideal.
Calculation details
These historical equations provide different reference values. Health cannot be reduced to one ideal weight, and body composition, age, history, and individual circumstances matter.
Formula
Devine, Robinson, Miller, and Hamwi each start with a sex-specific value at 5 ft and add a coefficient per inch above 5 ft.
Worked example
Weight reference worked example
The result presents four estimates rather than one universal target.
How it works
Enter height (at least 152.4 cm) and the equation sex constant. Compare Devine, Robinson, Miller, and Hamwi side by side rather than treating any one historical formula as a personal target.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a medical diagnosis?
No. It is an educational estimate and cannot diagnose a condition or replace individualized professional advice.
Why can my actual result differ?
Historical equations ignore body composition and health history.
When is this calculator most useful?
Use it to compare classical references side by side, not to set a personal target.
How are results rounded?
The calculation retains full precision; centralized display formatting rounds only the visible result.