Healthy weight for 170 cm male

What is the healthy weight for 170 cm male?

Healthy Weight for 170 centimeters male is

53.5 kg - 72.3 kg

Or between 117.9 pounds and 159.4 pounds in imperial units.

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A healthy weight for a 170 cm male falls between 53.5 kg and 72.3 kg, according to the Body Mass Index (BMI) healthy/normal weight range of 18.5 to 24.9. BMI is a way to measure body fat based on height and weight, and it can be used for both adult men and women.

BMI table for height 170 cm male

HeightWeight RangeCategory
170 cm< 46.2 kgUnderweight (Severe thinness)
170 cm46.2 - 49.1 kgUnderweight (Moderate thinness)
170 cm49.1 - 53.5 kgUnderweight (Mild thinness)
170 cm53.5 - 72.3 kgNormal range
170 cm72.3 - 86.7 kgOverweight (Pre-obese)
170 cm86.7 - 101.2 kgObese (Class I)
170 cm101.2 - 115.6 kgObese (Class II)
170 cm≥ 115.6 kgObese (Class III)

Calculation of Body Mass Index (BMI)

BMI is calculated by dividing weight in kilograms (kg) by height in meters squared (m^2).

Formula: BMI = Weight (kg) / Height (m)^2

* Reference to the World Health Organization (WHO)


While BMI is a simple and widely used tool for assessing healthy weight, it has limitations. It's important to consider individual factors and consult a healthcare professional for personalized guidance on a healthy weight for a 170 centimeters male.

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