Healthy weight for 5'2" male

What is the healthy weight for 5'2" male?

Healthy Weight for 5 feet 2 inches male is

101.2 lbs - 136.7 lbs

Or between 45.9 kilograms and 62 kilograms in metric units.

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A healthy weight for a 5'2" male falls between 101.2 lbs and 136.7 lbs, 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 5'2" male

HeightWeight RangeCategory
5'2"< 87.5 lbsUnderweight (Severe thinness)
5'2"87.5 - 93 lbsUnderweight (Moderate thinness)
5'2"93 - 101.2 lbsUnderweight (Mild thinness)
5'2"101.2 - 136.7 lbsNormal range
5'2"136.7 - 164 lbsOverweight (Pre-obese)
5'2"164 - 191.4 lbsObese (Class I)
5'2"191.4 - 218.7 lbsObese (Class II)
5'2"≥ 218.7 lbsObese (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 5 feet 2 inches male.

See Also Healthy weight for 5'2" female - Ideal weight for 5'2" male