BMI for 172 cm Men
Instant answer: Men who are 172 cm (5'8") tall have a healthy BMI weight range of 54.7–73.7 kg (121–162 lbs).
Someone 172 cm tall has a healthy weight window of 54.7–73.7 kg, derived from the standard adult BMI range.
Gender-specific context
Men typically carry a higher proportion of lean mass than women, which means a man at 172 cm with regular strength training may comfortably weigh in the upper half of the healthy range without elevated body-fat percentage.
Frequently asked questions
What is a healthy BMI for men at 172 cm?
Men who are 172 cm tall have the same BMI healthy range as everyone else (18.5–24.9), corresponding to 54.7–73.7 kg.
What should a man weigh at 172 cm?
A healthy weight is anywhere in the 54.7–73.7 kg range. Active men often settle in the upper portion of this band.
Is BMI different for men?
The BMI calculation and category thresholds are the same regardless of sex. What differs is the body-fat percentage that corresponds to the same BMI — men have a typical healthy body-fat range of 10–20%.