What is a Quick Way to Estimate Weight for Women?
For a quick estimate of your weight status, follow these steps:
- Allow 100 pounds for 5 feet.
- Add 5 pounds per inch over 5 feet, OR
Deduct 5 pounds per inch under 5 feet. - To find your healthy weight range add and deduct 10 percent.
Example of Quick Weight Estimate
- You are 5 feet 3 inches tall.
- Allow 100 pounds for your 5 feet.
Then add 5 pounds x 3 = 15 pounds.
Your individual healthy weight is 100 + 15 = 115 pounds. - Add and deduct 10 percent (12) for your healthy weight range.
This makes your healthy weight range: 103-127 pounds.