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Ideal weight for 5 ft 8 in
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55–74 kg
Healthy BMI weight range for 5 ft 8 in (172.7 cm / 68.0 in) · 122 lb–164 lb
Ideal body weight formulas
| Formula | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Devine (1974) | 68.4 kg (151 lb) | 63.9 kg (141 lb) |
| Robinson (1983) | 67.2 kg (148 lb) | 62.6 kg (138 lb) |
| Miller (1983) | 67.5 kg (149 lb) | 64.0 kg (141 lb) |
| Hamwi (1964) | 69.6 kg (153 lb) | 63.1 kg (139 lb) |
| Average | 68.2 kg | 63.4 kg |
Weight bands at 5 ft 8 in
| BMI | Category | Weight |
|---|---|---|
| 16–18.4 | Underweight | 47.7–54.9 kg (105 lb–121 lb) |
| 18.5–24.9 | Healthy | 55.2–74.3 kg (122 lb–164 lb) |
| 25–29.9 | Overweight | 74.6–89.2 kg (164 lb–197 lb) |
| 30–34.9 | Obesity I | 89.5–104.1 kg (197 lb–230 lb) |
| 35–39.9 | Obesity II | 104.4–119.0 kg (230 lb–262 lb) |
FAQ
What is the ideal weight for 5 ft 8 in?
Averaging four clinical formulas gives about 68.2 kg (150 lb) for men and 63.4 kg (140 lb) for women. The BMI healthy range at this height is 55.2–74.3 kg.
What is overweight for 5 ft 8 in?
A BMI of 25 or more, i.e. 74.6 kg (164 lb) or above; obesity (BMI 30) starts at 89.5 kg (197 lb).
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