Optimal Body Weight (OBW)

Determine Your OBW To determine your optimal body weight, simply enter your height, and gender into the Optimal Body Weight calculator. Are you near target? Congratulations! Is your actual weight more than 10 percent above or below the optimal? It's best to see your doctor, and determine if you are underweight or overweight and should revamp your exercise and diet routine. A normal body weight can greatly improve your quality of living and reduce your risk of heart and other diseases. Body Weight Assessment For people who are considered obese (BMI greater than or equal to 30) or those who are overweight (BMI of 25 to 29.9) and have two or more risk factors, the guidelines recommend weight loss. Even a small weight loss (just 10 percent of your current weight) will help to lower your risk of developing diseases associated with obesity. Patients who are overweight, do not have a high waist measurement, and have less than 2 risk factors may need to prevent further weight gain rather than lose weight. Other Risk Factors Include: high blood pressure (hypertension) high LDL-cholesterol ("bad" cholesterol) low HDL-cholesterol ("good" cholesterol) high triglycerides high blood glucose (sugar) Family history of premature heart disease physical inactivity cigarette smoking

Enter your data to calculate your optimal body weight Height:   4' 5' 6' 7' 0'' 1'' 2'' 3'' 4'' 5'' 6'' 7'' 8'' 9'' 10'' 11'' Gender:    M F © Copyright 2008 Disclaimer: The purpose of this calculator is to help you make informed decisions about your health. This calculator, and the information it provides, is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment. You should always consult your physician before adhering to any health related information or recommendations. Please consult your healthcare provider with any questions or concerns you may have regarding your health condition. Army Physical Fitness Test Body Mass Index Target Heart-Rate Zone Framingham Calculator

Talk to your doctor to see if you are at an increased risk and if you should lose weight. Your doctor will evaluate your BMI, waist measurement, and others risk factors for heart disease. People who are overweight or obese have a greater chance of developing high blood pressure, high blood cholesterol or other lipid disorders, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, stroke, and certain cancers, and even a small weight loss (just 10 percent of your current weight) will help to lower your risk of developing those diseases.