Healthy Weight Range Calculator
Calculate the exact lower and upper boundaries of healthy weight for your height
Stature: 175 cm (~125 – 168 lbs)
Mathematical Formula & Scientific Methodology
Formula: WHO Stature Squared Boundary Equation
Lower = 18.5 × H², Upper = 24.9 × H²Defines the statistical zone of lowest historical morbidity and mortality across international epidemiological surveys.
Model Assumptions
- Adult subjects
Variables & Standard Units
| Symbol | Physiological Meaning | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| H | Height in meters | m |
Scientific Limitations
- Athletes with significant muscle mass can safely sit slightly above 24.9
Peer-Reviewed Scientific Citations
Obesity: preventing and managing the global epidemic. Report of a WHO consultation (2000)
World Health Organization (2000) — WHO Technical Report Series, 894, 1-253
Key Finding: Standard international adult BMI classifications: Underweight (<18.5), Normal (18.5-24.9), Overweight (25.0-29.9), Obesity Class I (30.0-34.9), Class II (35.0-39.9), Class III (>=40.0).
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