BMI for 180 lbs and 5'7"
Instant answer: 180 lbs (81.6 kg) at 5'7" (170.2 cm) gives a BMI of 28.2 — overweight.
Someone 170.2 cm tall has a healthy weight window of 53.6–72.1 kg, derived from the standard adult BMI range.
What does a BMI of 28.2 mean?
Population data show that physically active people in this BMI band often have better cardiovascular outcomes than sedentary people inside the 'normal' range.
Healthy weight range for 5'7"
The BMI-based healthy weight range for 5'7" is 118–159 lbs (53.6–72.1 kg).
| Weight (lbs) | Weight (kg) | BMI | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 160 lbs | 72.6 kg | 25.1 | Overweight |
| 170 lbs | 77.1 kg | 26.6 | Overweight |
| 180 lbs (this page) | 81.6 kg | 28.2 | Overweight |
| 190 lbs | 86.2 kg | 29.8 | Overweight |
| 200 lbs | 90.7 kg | 31.3 | Obese Class I |
Practical next steps
- Focus on consistency over intensity — small daily wins beat aggressive short-term plans.
- Track food intake for 1–2 weeks to identify high-calorie patterns.
- Add strength training to protect lean mass during weight loss.
- Re-measure waist every month; expect change there before scale weight.
Frequently asked questions
What is the BMI for 180 lbs and 5'7"?
A person who weighs 180 lbs (81.6 kg) and is 5'7" tall has a BMI of 28.2, classified as overweight by the WHO.
Is 180 lbs a healthy weight at 5'7"?
The healthy weight range for 5'7" is 118–159 lbs (53.6–72.1 kg). 180 lbs gives a BMI of 28.2.
What BMI category is this?
Overweight. Population data show that physically active people in this BMI band often have better cardiovascular outcomes than sedentary people inside the 'normal' range.