How do I calculate BMI?
Body Mass Index is a simple calculation using a person’s height and weight. The formula is BMI = kg/m2 where kg is a person’s weight in kilograms and m2 is their height in metres squared. A BMI of 25.0 or more is overweight, while the healthy range is 18.5 to 24.9. BMI applies to most adults 18-65 years.
What is a normal BMI?
If your BMI is less than 18.5, it falls within the underweight range. If your BMI is 18.5 to 24.9, it falls within the normal or Healthy Weight range. If your BMI is 25.0 to 29.9, it falls within the overweight range. If your BMI is 30.0 or higher, it falls within the obese range.
What does BMI mean in weight?
Body Mass Index (BMI)
Calculate Your BMI
Body Mass Index (BMI) is a person’s weight in kilograms (or pounds) divided by the square of height in meters (or feet).
What is the correct BMI for my age?
Adult BMI Calculator
| BMI | Weight Status |
|---|---|
| Below 18.5 | Underweight |
| 18.5—24.9 | Healthy Weight |
| 25.0—29.9 | Overweight |
| 30.0 and Above | Obesity |
How much should a 5’5 female weigh?
Height and Weight Chart
| Height | Weight | |
|---|---|---|
| 5′ 2″ | 104 to 135 lbs. | 136 to 163 lbs. |
| 5′ 3″ | 107 to 140 lbs. | 141 to 168 lbs. |
| 5′ 4″ | 110 to 144 lbs. | 145 to 173 lbs. |
| 5′ 5″ | 114 to 149 lbs. | 150 to 179 lbs. |
What’s normal BMI for a woman?
between 18.5 and 24.9
BMI ranges for women
A healthy BMI for women falls between 18.5 and 24.9. Find your BMI in the chart below to see your weight classification.
How much should a 5’2 female weigh?
Height and Weight Chart
| Height | Weight | |
|---|---|---|
| 5′ | 97 to 127 lbs. | 153 to 199 lbs. |
| 5′ 1″ | 100 to 131 lbs. | 158 to 206 lbs. |
| 5′ 2″ | 104 to 135 lbs. | 164 to 213 lbs. |
| 5′ 3″ | 107 to 140 lbs. | 169 to 220 lbs. |
What is a healthy weight for a 5’5 female?
Ideal Weight Chart
| Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|
| 5′ 3″ | 112 – 136 lbs. | 5′ 3″ |
| 5′ 4″ | 117 – 143 lbs. | 5′ 4″ |
| 5′ 5″ | 122 – 150 lbs. | 5′ 5″ |
| 5′ 6″ | 128 – 156 lbs. | 5′ 6″ |
What is a normal BMI for a 70 year old woman?
between 18 and 24.9
Doctors recommend most adults keep their BMI between 18 and 24.9.
How much should a 60 year old woman weigh?
For example, a woman over 60 who is 5 feet 2 inches tall has an ideal body weight range of 108 to 143 pounds, while a 5-foot-6 woman has a desirable weight range of 120 to 159 pounds.
How much should a 67 year old woman weigh?
Ages 40-59: 176.4 pounds. Ages 60 and up: 166.5 pounds.
How much should a 65 year old woman weigh?
The average American woman 20 years old and up weighs 170.6 pounds and stands at 63.7 inches (almost 5 feet, 4 inches) tall.
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What’s the Average Weight for Women?
| Age group (years) | Percent considered overweight or obese | Percent considered obese |
|---|---|---|
| 45-54 | 69.5 | 42.9 |
| 55-64 | 74.5 | 48.2 |
| 65-74 | 75.6 | 43.5 |
| 75 and up | 67.4 | 32.7 |
How much should a 75 year old woman weigh?
How much should a 72 year old woman weigh?
BMI chart
| BMI | 19 | 24 |
|---|---|---|
| 71 | 136 | 172 |
| 72 | 140 | 177 |
| 73 | 144 | 182 |
| 74 | 148 | 186 |
How much should a 5 foot 3 inch 60 year old woman weigh?
For example, when using the Hamwi formula, the ideal body weight of a woman who is 5 feet, 3 inches tall is 104 to 127 pounds, depending on her frame size.
How much should a 5 foot 5 inch 65 year old woman weigh?
Weight and height guide chart
| Height | Normal weight BMI 19–24 | Severe obesity BMI 40+ |
|---|---|---|
| 5 ft 4 in (64 in) | 110–140 lb | 232–314 lb |
| 5 ft 5 in (65 in) | 114–144 lb | 240–324 lb |
| 5 ft 6 in (66 in) | 118–148 lb | 247–334 lb |
| 5 ft 7 in (67 in) | 121–153 lb | 255–344 lb |
How much should a 5 foot 2 inch 65 year old woman weigh?
Metropolitan tables list ideal body weight ranges for women of different heights and frame sizes. For example, a woman over 60 who is 5 feet 2 inches tall has an ideal body weight range of 108 to 143 pounds, while a 5-foot-6 woman has a desirable weight range of 120 to 159 pounds.
What is the best BMI for a senior woman?
In older adults it is often better to have a BMI between 25 and 27, rather than under 25. If you are older than 65, for example, a slightly higher BMI may help protect you from thinning of the bones (osteoporosis).
How much should a 5 foot 5 woman weigh?
What is the best way for a 70 year old woman to lose weight?
Burn more calories than you eat or drink. Eat more veggies, fruits, whole grains, fish, beans, and low-fat or fat-free dairy; and keep meat and poultry lean. Limit empty calories, like sugars and foods with little or no nutritional value.
What is a healthy BMI for a 75 year old woman?
What is good weight for a 5ft 3 woman?
Weight and height guide chart
| Height | Normal weight BMI 19–24 | Overweight BMI 25–29 |
|---|---|---|
| 5 ft 3 in (63 in) | 107–135 lb | 141–163 lb |
| 5 ft 4 in (64 in) | 110–140 lb | 145–169 lb |
| 5 ft 5 in (65 in) | 114–144 lb | 150–174 lb |
| 5 ft 6 in (66 in) | 118–148 lb | 155–179 lb |
What is a healthy weight for a 70 year old female?
Normal weight at 118 to 159 pounds (BMI = 18.5-24.9) Overweight at 160 to 191 pounds (BMI = 25-29.9) Obese at 192 pounds or more (BMI = 30+)
What foods should seniors avoid?
Here are eight foods that you should cut down on (or avoid eating altogether) as you get older, and why:
- Raw or undercooked eggs, meat and poultry.
- Grapefruit.
- High-sodium foods.
- Caffeine.
- Sodas and sugary drinks.
- “Sugar-free” drinks.
- Alcoholic beverages.
- Foods with empty calories.
What should an elderly person eat for breakfast?
Foods like bagels, toast, waffles, oatmeal, cereals or English muffins all have whole-grain varieties. Whole grains are also good sources of fiber, which supports senior nutrition in many ways. Look for lean protein. Eggs, yogurt and nuts or seeds are great sources of protein.