BMI for 154 lbs and 5'8"
Instant answer: 154 lbs (69.9 kg) at 5'8" (172.7 cm) gives a BMI of 23.4 — normal weight.
Adults at 172.7 cm typically fall within a healthy weight band of 55.2–74.3 kg using the WHO BMI thresholds.
What does a BMI of 23.4 mean?
Multi-decade studies (notably the NIH-AARP cohort of more than 500,000 adults) link this BMI band to the lowest all-cause mortality.
Healthy weight range for 5'8"
The BMI-based healthy weight range for 5'8" is 122–164 lbs (55.2–74.3 kg).
| Weight (lbs) | Weight (kg) | BMI | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 134 lbs | 60.8 kg | 20.4 | Normal weight |
| 144 lbs | 65.3 kg | 21.9 | Normal weight |
| 154 lbs (this page) | 69.9 kg | 23.4 | Normal weight |
| 164 lbs | 74.4 kg | 24.9 | Normal weight |
| 174 lbs | 78.9 kg | 26.5 | Overweight |
Practical next steps
- Keep a stable routine of movement, sleep (7–9 h), and balanced meals.
- Add resistance training to slow age-related muscle loss.
- Watch the trend, not the daily fluctuation — month-over-month is what matters.
- Check blood pressure and cholesterol annually.
Frequently asked questions
What is the BMI for 154 lbs and 5'8"?
A person who weighs 154 lbs (69.9 kg) and is 5'8" tall has a BMI of 23.4, classified as normal weight by the WHO.
Is 154 lbs a healthy weight at 5'8"?
The healthy weight range for 5'8" is 122–164 lbs (55.2–74.3 kg). 154 lbs gives a BMI of 23.4.
What BMI category is this?
Normal weight. Multi-decade studies (notably the NIH-AARP cohort of more than 500,000 adults) link this BMI band to the lowest all-cause mortality.