BMI for 160 lbs and 5'10"
Instant answer: 160 lbs (72.6 kg) at 5'10" (177.8 cm) gives a BMI of 23.0 — normal weight.
Public-health guidelines place the ideal weight for 177.8 cm tall adults at 58.5–78.7 kg, equivalent to a BMI between 18.5 and 24.9.
What does a BMI of 23.0 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 5'10"
The BMI-based healthy weight range for 5'10" is 129–174 lbs (58.5–78.7 kg).
| Weight (lbs) | Weight (kg) | BMI | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 140 lbs | 63.5 kg | 20.1 | Normal weight |
| 150 lbs | 68 kg | 21.5 | Normal weight |
| 160 lbs (this page) | 72.6 kg | 23.0 | Normal weight |
| 170 lbs | 77.1 kg | 24.4 | Normal weight |
| 180 lbs | 81.6 kg | 25.8 | Overweight |
Practical next steps
- Continue current habits; this BMI band is associated with the lowest health risk.
- Focus on protein intake (0.8–1 g per kg) and quality sleep.
- Track waist circumference rather than weight as you age.
- Annual labs are still worthwhile even at a healthy weight.
Frequently asked questions
What is the BMI for 160 lbs and 5'10"?
A person who weighs 160 lbs (72.6 kg) and is 5'10" tall has a BMI of 23.0, classified as normal weight by the WHO.
Is 160 lbs a healthy weight at 5'10"?
The healthy weight range for 5'10" is 129–174 lbs (58.5–78.7 kg). 160 lbs gives a BMI of 23.0.
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.