Is 230 lbs overweight for 6'0"?
Yes — 230 lbs is 46 lbs above the healthy upper limit for 6'0".
At 230 lbs (104.3 kg) and 6'0" (182.9 cm), the BMI is 31.2 — obese class i.
Adults at 182.9 cm typically fall within a healthy weight band of 136–184 kg using the WHO BMI thresholds.
What this means
A modest, sustained weight loss of 5–10% is consistently shown to improve blood pressure, lipid profile, and insulin sensitivity even without reaching a 'normal' BMI.
Practical next steps
- Engage a multidisciplinary approach: dietitian, GP, and where appropriate behavioural support.
- Start with low-impact movement (walking, swimming, cycling) to protect joints.
- Address sleep apnoea risk if snoring or daytime fatigue is present.
- Track non-scale wins — energy, mobility, blood pressure — alongside weight.
Frequently asked questions
Is 230 lbs overweight for 6'0"?
230 lbs at 6'0" gives a BMI of 31.2, which is obese class i. The healthy range for 6'0" is 136–184 lbs.
What is the healthy weight for 6'0"?
136–184 lbs.