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Ideal weight for 159 cm
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47–63 kg
Healthy BMI weight range for 159 cm (159.0 cm / 62.6 in) · 103 lb–139 lb
Ideal body weight formulas
| Formula | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Devine (1974) | 56.0 kg (123 lb) | 51.5 kg (113 lb) |
| Robinson (1983) | 56.9 kg (126 lb) | 53.4 kg (118 lb) |
| Miller (1983) | 59.9 kg (132 lb) | 56.6 kg (125 lb) |
| Hamwi (1964) | 55.0 kg (121 lb) | 51.2 kg (113 lb) |
| Average | 56.9 kg | 53.2 kg |
Weight bands at 159 cm
| BMI | Category | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| 16–18.4 | Underweight | 40.4–46.5 kg (89 lb–103 lb) |
| 18.5–24.9 | Healthy | 46.8–62.9 kg (103 lb–139 lb) |
| 25–29.9 | Overweight | 63.2–75.6 kg (139 lb–167 lb) |
| 30–34.9 | Obesity I | 75.8–88.2 kg (167 lb–195 lb) |
| 35–39.9 | Obesity II | 88.5–100.9 kg (195 lb–222 lb) |
FAQ
What is the ideal weight for 159 cm?
Averaging four clinical formulas gives about 56.9 kg (126 lb) for men and 53.2 kg (117 lb) for women. The BMI healthy range at this height is 46.8–62.9 kg.
What is overweight for 159 cm?
A BMI of 25 or more, i.e. 63.2 kg (139 lb) or above; obesity (BMI 30) starts at 75.8 kg (167 lb).
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