1. What is Ideal Weight?

Ideal weight is the optimal body weight based on a person's height and a desired BMI (Body Mass Index). It provides a target weight range for maintaining good health.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

Where:

• \( BMI \) — Desired Body Mass Index (typically 18.5-24.9 kg/m²)
• \( height \) — Height in meters

Explanation: The formula calculates the weight that would result in the specified BMI for the given height.

3. Importance of Ideal Weight Calculation

Details: Maintaining an ideal weight helps reduce risk of chronic diseases like diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular diseases. It serves as a useful target for weight management.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter desired BMI (typically 22 for average, 18.5-24.9 for healthy range) and height in meters. All values must be valid (BMI > 15, height between 1-2.5m).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What BMI should I use for calculation?
A: For most adults, 18.5-24.9 kg/m² is considered healthy. 22 is often used as an average target.

Q2: Does this account for muscle mass?
A: No, BMI doesn't distinguish between muscle and fat. Athletes may need different targets.

Q3: How to convert height from feet/inches to meters?
A: 1 foot = 0.3048 meters, 1 inch = 0.0254 meters. For example, 5'7" = (5×0.3048) + (7×0.0254) = 1.70m.

Q4: Is this calculator suitable for children?
A: No, BMI interpretation is different for children and adolescents.

Q5: What about pregnant women?
A: This calculator is not appropriate for pregnancy weight assessment.