Is 90 kg overweight for 182 cm?
Yes — 90 kg is 7.5 kg above the healthy upper limit for 182 cm.
At 90 kg (198 lbs) and 182 cm (5'12"), the BMI is 27.2 — overweight.
Public-health guidelines place the ideal weight for 182 cm tall adults at 61.3–82.5 kg, equivalent to a BMI between 18.5 and 24.9.
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 90 kg overweight for 182 cm?
90 kg at 182 cm gives a BMI of 27.2, which is overweight. The WHO healthy range for 182 cm is 61.3–82.5 kg.
What is the healthy weight for 182 cm?
61.3–82.5 kg (135–182 lbs).
How much should I lose or gain?
To reach the healthy upper limit, the difference is 7.5 kg.