How to calculate your ideal weight for height

If you are overweight and want to begin reshaping your body for better health and fitness, it can be very helpful to have a target weight in mind that is both realistic and achievable. A good way to calculate this is by consulting the height/weight charts to determine how much weight you will need to lose in order to achieve the "ideal." Of course, these numbers are all just rough estimations that are not based upon all the data regarding your physique, personal and medical history, so you a better plan is to get medical advice about losing weight. Also, if you want to begin using a weight loss solution you have to know when to stop, because if you exaggerate your body will suffer the consequences. That is why you should find out your ideal weight.

The easiest way to calculate your ideal weight, known by all women, is the height (in centimeters) minus 100, also known as