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Average Male
Calculate ideal weight for a 170 cm male using all formulas.
Key values: 170 cm · Male · Average of All
Petite Female
Calculate ideal weight for a 5'4" female with a small frame.
Key values: 5 ft 4 in · Female · Small frame
Athletic Build
Calculate ideal weight for a tall male with a large frame.
Key values: 185 cm · Male · Large frame
This calculator is also known as IBW Calculator - Ideal Body Weight.
Read the complete guideAbout IBW Formulas
Ideal Body Weight formulas were originally developed for medical purposes, such as calculating medication dosages. They estimate the weight at which a person of a given height may experience optimal health outcomes.
Clinical Applications
IBW is commonly used in healthcare settings for drug dosing calculations and nutritional assessments.
- Understand this is an estimate, not a strict target
Specialized Calculators
Choose from 4 specialized versions of this calculator, each optimized for specific use cases and calculation methods.
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