Is 100 kg overweight for 188 cm?
Yes — 100 kg is 12.0 kg above the healthy upper limit for 188 cm.
At 100 kg (220 lbs) and 188 cm (6'2"), the BMI is 28.3 — overweight.
For an adult who is 188 cm tall, the World Health Organization considers a weight between 65.4 and 88 kg to be healthy.
What this means for your health
At this BMI level, fitness and waist circumference are arguably more predictive of metabolic health than the BMI number itself.
Practical next steps
- Create a modest caloric deficit of 250–500 kcal/day for steady, sustainable loss.
- Combine cardio with strength training to preserve muscle.
- Track waist measurement — it often improves before scale weight.
- Reduce ultra-processed foods and sugar-sweetened drinks first.
Frequently asked questions
Is 100 kg overweight for 188 cm?
100 kg at 188 cm gives a BMI of 28.3, which is overweight. The WHO healthy range for 188 cm is 65.4–88 kg.
What is the healthy weight for 188 cm?
65.4–88 kg (144–194 lbs).
How much should I lose or gain?
To reach the healthy upper limit, the difference is 12.0 kg.