What is the average weight for a 22yr old female who is 5'10"?

Depends: A number of factors affect ideal body weight, including gender, height, body frame, and waist circumference: A healthy body mass index - BMI, which takes into account weight and height is 18.5-24.9, which translate to a weight range of 132-167lbs for a person who is 5'10". However, if you take into account body frame, the ideal weight range for a large framed 5'10" female is 152-173.

Guideline: A rough guide for acceptable woman's weight would be 100lbs plus 5 lbs per inch over 5 feet. Therefore for 5 feet 10 inches, 150 lbs is acceptable. However looking in the mirror is also a good guide.

Can vary: Using the Hamwi equation, ideal body wt is 150lbs. This is not adjusted for age or body type, so it may not be the true average.

It depends: The average weight of a 22 year old female can depend on several variables such as frame size; small, medium or large, the table used to compile the weight range and ethnicity. Experts say the 1942 tables are more accurate - they indicate lower "ideal weights." Others support the use of a 1983 table, citing these are the latest statistical sampling. American Heart Association recommends another.

The "ideal body: weight" by insurance tables (which is variable by frame and not necessarily what you should weigh) would be approx. 150#. Your weight could easily be different and still be healthy for you.

A rough idea: Normal Body Mass Index data for your height and weight suggests a range of 130-170 lbs. Consult with your PCP to help discuss your overall health status.