Is 180 lbs overweight for 5'7"?
Yes — 180 lbs is 21 lbs above the healthy upper limit for 5'7".
At 180 lbs (81.6 kg) and 5'7" (170.2 cm), the BMI is 28.2 — overweight.
Someone 170.2 cm tall has a healthy weight window of 118–159 kg, derived from the standard adult BMI range.
What this means
This BMI band typically becomes more health-relevant when paired with a waist measurement above 94 cm (men) or 80 cm (women).
Practical next steps
- Aim for 5–10% body-weight reduction as the first goal — this alone improves most metabolic markers.
- Walk 30+ minutes daily and add two resistance sessions weekly.
- Audit liquid calories; they are the easiest to cut.
- Discuss screening for blood pressure, glucose, and lipids with your GP.
Frequently asked questions
Is 180 lbs overweight for 5'7"?
180 lbs at 5'7" gives a BMI of 28.2, which is overweight. The healthy range for 5'7" is 118–159 lbs.
What is the healthy weight for 5'7"?
118–159 lbs.