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The first equation for calculating ideal body weight is Broca's index, which was modified to calculate 100 lbs. for the first 5 feet and 5 lbs. for every inch over 5 feet for women. According to the Broca's index, at 5 feet, 4 inches tall, women should weigh 120 lbs.A more recent equation known as the Devine formula utilizes the same concept, except with kilograms. The ideal body weight according to this formula is equal to 54.7 kg or 120.59 lbs.he normal BMI range is 18.5 to 24.9. For a height of 5 feet, 4 inches, the normal weight range includes 110 to 145 lbs.
  The ideal weight for a man who is exactly 5 feet tall is 106 pounds. For every additional inch above 5 feet, add 6 pounds. To determine whether you have a small, medium â¦ or large frame, measure your wrist.he average weight of a female that is 5'7 depends on their culture  and health habits. However, if the female is moderately active and  engages in heathy eating, the averag â¦ e weight is anywhere from  130-150 lbs.