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Do you know your Ideal Body Weight?

Let me share a little math secret us RD's use in the clinical world...

MEN out there:

For every inch over 5 feet (60"), multiply by 6. Then add 106.

ex: 68" (5 feet 8") man: 8 x 6 + 106= 154 lbs.

Not everyone is the same though. For men, (you lucky ducks have more muscle mass then us chicks). I usually add about 10% (for small frames..you can subtract 10%).

ex:154 + 15.4= 169.4

Ranges are usually better too (no one person is gonna be the same)...So, for a 5'8" man an ideal weight is between 154-169.4 lbs.

LADIIIIIESSSS out there:

For every inch above 5 feet (60"), multiply by 5. Then add 100.

ex: 55" (5 feet 5") woman: 5 x 5 + 100 = 125 lbs

If you are toned and muscly, or have a natural large frame, add 10% (people love that). If your frame is tiny, you can subtract 10%. Again, ranges are used.

ex: 125 lbs + 12.5 = 137.5 lbs
Range for a lady 5 feet 5": 125-137.5 lbs

Hope this helps you understand roughly where your body weight should be for optimal health.

Don't FREAK out if you are not near your ideal weight, use it as motivation!!

Lots more info to come on this site to help you lose any unwanted lbs!!

Stay Positive!!