Is 210 lbs overweight for 5'11"?

Yes — 210 lbs is 32 lbs above the healthy upper limit for 5'11".

At 210 lbs (95.3 kg) and 5'11" (180.3 cm), the BMI is 29.3 — overweight.

Adults at 180.3 cm typically fall within a healthy weight band of 132–178 kg using the WHO BMI thresholds.

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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 210 lbs overweight for 5'11"?

210 lbs at 5'11" gives a BMI of 29.3, which is overweight. The healthy range for 5'11" is 132–178 lbs.

What is the healthy weight for 5'11"?

132–178 lbs.

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