Historical reference body weight equations
Compare Devine, Robinson, Miller and approximate Hamwi for height ≥ 152.4 cm. The four-equation average is author-defined; AdjBW = Devine + 0.4 × (actual weight − Devine), only when actual weight exceeds Devine.
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Result
- Devine Formula (Clinical Standard)
- 70.5 kg
- Average Across 4 Formulas
- 70.0 kg
- Robinson Formula (1983)
- 68.9 kg
- Miller Formula (1983)
- 68.7 kg
- Hamwi Formula (1964)
- 72.0 kg
- WHO Healthy Weight Range (BMI 18.5–24.9)
- 56.7 – 76.3 kg
- Adjusted Body Weight (AdjBW)
- 73.5 kg
- Percentage of Ideal Weight
- 110.7 %
Compare Devine, Robinson, Miller and approximate Hamwi for height ≥ 152.4 cm. The four-equation average is author-defined; AdjBW = Devine + 0.4 × (actual weight − Devine), only when actual weight exceeds Devine.
Balanced arithmetic mean of Devine, Robinson, Miller, and Hamwi
Body weight boundaries associated with minimal cardiovascular and all-cause mortality risk
These equations do not determine a single healthy or desirable weight. The AdjBW factor is not universal for nutrition or medicine dosing. Weight at BMI 18.5–24.9 is a separate arithmetic adult reference, not an individual target.
These equations do not determine a single healthy or desirable weight. The AdjBW factor is not universal for nutrition or medicine dosing. Weight at BMI 18.5–24.9 is a separate arithmetic adult reference, not an individual target.
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How it is calculated
Compare Devine, Robinson, Miller and approximate Hamwi for height ≥ 152.4 cm. The four-equation average is author-defined; AdjBW = Devine + 0.4 × (actual weight − Devine), only when actual weight exceeds Devine.
Formula
Devine (M): 50 + 2.3 × x; Devine (F): 45.5 + 2.3 × x; Robinson (M): 52 + 1.9 × x; Robinson (F): 49 + 1.7 × x; x = height(cm)/2.54 − 60; AdjBW = Devine + 0.4 × (weight − Devine). Compare Devine, Robinson, Miller and approximate Hamwi for height ≥ 152.4 cm. The four-equation average is author-defined; AdjBW = Devine + 0.4 × (actual weight − Devine), only when actual weight exceeds Devine.
Limits of the method
These equations do not determine a single healthy or desirable weight. The AdjBW factor is not universal for nutrition or medicine dosing. Weight at BMI 18.5–24.9 is a separate arithmetic adult reference, not an individual target.
Sources of the method
This calculation is for reference only and is not medical advice, a diagnosis or a prescription. If you have a medical condition, are pregnant, take medication or have any doubts, discuss the result with a physician or a qualified nutrition professional.
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Compare Devine, Robinson, Miller and approximate Hamwi for height ≥ 152.4 cm. The four-equation average is author-defined; AdjBW = Devine + 0.4 × (actual weight − Devine), only when actual weight exceeds Devine.
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Devine (M): 50 + 2.3 × x; Devine (F): 45.5 + 2.3 × x; Robinson (M): 52 + 1.9 × x; Robinson (F): 49 + 1.7 × x; x = height(cm)/2.54 − 60; AdjBW = Devine + 0.4 × (weight − Devine). Compare Devine, Robinson, Miller and approximate Hamwi for height ≥ 152.4 cm. The four-equation average is author-defined; AdjBW = Devine + 0.4 × (actual weight − Devine), only when actual weight exceeds Devine.
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These equations do not determine a single healthy or desirable weight. The AdjBW factor is not universal for nutrition or medicine dosing. Weight at BMI 18.5–24.9 is a separate arithmetic adult reference, not an individual target.
Frequently asked questions
What does the calculation show?
Compare Devine, Robinson, Miller and approximate Hamwi for height ≥ 152.4 cm. The four-equation average is author-defined; AdjBW = Devine + 0.4 × (actual weight − Devine), only when actual weight exceeds Devine.
What limitations apply?
These equations do not determine a single healthy or desirable weight. The AdjBW factor is not universal for nutrition or medicine dosing. Weight at BMI 18.5–24.9 is a separate arithmetic adult reference, not an individual target.
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