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Ideal weight for 5 ft 6 in
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52–70 kg
Healthy BMI weight range for 5 ft 6 in (167.6 cm / 66.0 in) · 115 lb–154 lb
Ideal body weight formulas
| Formula | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Devine (1974) | 63.8 kg (141 lb) | 59.3 kg (131 lb) |
| Robinson (1983) | 63.4 kg (140 lb) | 59.2 kg (131 lb) |
| Miller (1983) | 64.7 kg (143 lb) | 61.3 kg (135 lb) |
| Hamwi (1964) | 64.2 kg (142 lb) | 58.7 kg (129 lb) |
| Average | 64.0 kg | 59.6 kg |
Weight bands at 5 ft 6 in
| BMI | Category | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| 16–18.4 | Underweight | 45.0–51.7 kg (99 lb–114 lb) |
| 18.5–24.9 | Healthy | 52.0–70.0 kg (115 lb–154 lb) |
| 25–29.9 | Overweight | 70.3–84.0 kg (155 lb–185 lb) |
| 30–34.9 | Obesity I | 84.3–98.1 kg (186 lb–216 lb) |
| 35–39.9 | Obesity II | 98.4–112.1 kg (217 lb–247 lb) |
FAQ
What is the ideal weight for 5 ft 6 in?
Averaging four clinical formulas gives about 64.0 kg (141 lb) for men and 59.6 kg (131 lb) for women. The BMI healthy range at this height is 52.0–70.0 kg.
What is overweight for 5 ft 6 in?
A BMI of 25 or more, i.e. 70.3 kg (155 lb) or above; obesity (BMI 30) starts at 84.3 kg (186 lb).
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