Is 180 lbs overweight for 5'8"?

Yes — 180 lbs is 16 lbs above the healthy upper limit for 5'8".

At 180 lbs (81.6 kg) and 5'8" (172.7 cm), the BMI is 27.4 — overweight.

For an adult who is 172.7 cm tall, the World Health Organization considers a weight between 122 and 164 kg to be healthy.

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What this means

A BMI in this band is moderately associated with elevated blood pressure and altered lipid profiles, but lifestyle factors strongly modify the actual risk.

Practical next steps

  1. Focus on consistency over intensity — small daily wins beat aggressive short-term plans.
  2. Track food intake for 1–2 weeks to identify high-calorie patterns.
  3. Add strength training to protect lean mass during weight loss.
  4. Re-measure waist every month; expect change there before scale weight.

Frequently asked questions

Is 180 lbs overweight for 5'8"?

180 lbs at 5'8" gives a BMI of 27.4, which is overweight. The healthy range for 5'8" is 122–164 lbs.

What is the healthy weight for 5'8"?

122–164 lbs.

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