BMI for 190 lbs and 5'10"

Instant answer: 190 lbs (86.2 kg) at 5'10" (177.8 cm) gives a BMI of 27.3overweight.

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 27.3 mean?

This BMI band typically becomes more health-relevant when paired with a waist measurement above 94 cm (men) or 80 cm (women).

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)BMICategory
170 lbs77.1 kg24.4Normal weight
180 lbs81.6 kg25.8Overweight
190 lbs (this page)86.2 kg27.3Overweight
200 lbs90.7 kg28.7Overweight
210 lbs95.3 kg30.1Obese Class I

Practical next steps

  1. Aim for 5–10% body-weight reduction as the first goal — this alone improves most metabolic markers.
  2. Walk 30+ minutes daily and add two resistance sessions weekly.
  3. Audit liquid calories; they are the easiest to cut.
  4. Discuss screening for blood pressure, glucose, and lipids with your GP.

Frequently asked questions

What is the BMI for 190 lbs and 5'10"?

A person who weighs 190 lbs (86.2 kg) and is 5'10" tall has a BMI of 27.3, classified as overweight by the WHO.

Is 190 lbs a healthy weight at 5'10"?

The healthy weight range for 5'10" is 129–174 lbs (58.5–78.7 kg). 190 lbs gives a BMI of 27.3.

What BMI category is this?

Overweight. This BMI band typically becomes more health-relevant when paired with a waist measurement above 94 cm (men) or 80 cm (women).

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