Height per Weight Calculator

Calculate Height per Weight Ratio



Formula

To calculate the height per weight ratio:

\[ HPW = \frac{H}{W} \]

Where:

What is Height per Weight?

Height per weight is a ratio that represents the proportion of height to weight. It is a simple way to assess the distribution of body mass in relation to height. This ratio can be useful in various fields such as health and fitness, ergonomics, and clothing design to understand body proportions.

Example Calculation

Let's assume the following values:

Using the formula:

\[ HPW = \left(\frac{70}{150}\right) \approx 0.47 \text{ inches per pound} \]

The height per weight ratio is approximately 0.47 inches per pound.