Healthy weight for 5'8" male

What is the healthy weight for 5'8" male?

Healthy Weight for 5 feet 8 inches male is

121.7 lbs - 164.4 lbs

Or between 55.2 kilograms and 74.6 kilograms in metric units.

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A healthy weight for a 5'8" male falls between 121.7 lbs and 164.4 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 5'8" male

HeightWeight RangeCategory
5'8"< 105.2 lbsUnderweight (Severe thinness)
5'8"105.2 - 111.8 lbsUnderweight (Moderate thinness)
5'8"111.8 - 121.7 lbsUnderweight (Mild thinness)
5'8"121.7 - 164.4 lbsNormal range
5'8"164.4 - 197.3 lbsOverweight (Pre-obese)
5'8"197.3 - 230.2 lbsObese (Class I)
5'8"230.2 - 263.1 lbsObese (Class II)
5'8"≥ 263.1 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 8 inches male.

See Also Healthy weight for 5'8" female - Ideal weight for 5'8" male