Healthy weight for 6'1" male

What is the healthy weight for 6'1" male?

Healthy Weight for 6 feet 1 inch male is

140.2 lbs - 189.5 lbs

Or between 63.6 kilograms and 86 kilograms in metric units.

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A healthy weight for a 6'1" male falls between 140.2 lbs and 189.5 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 6'1" male

HeightWeight RangeCategory
6'1"< 121.3 lbsUnderweight (Severe thinness)
6'1"121.3 - 128.9 lbsUnderweight (Moderate thinness)
6'1"128.9 - 140.2 lbsUnderweight (Mild thinness)
6'1"140.2 - 189.5 lbsNormal range
6'1"189.5 - 227.4 lbsOverweight (Pre-obese)
6'1"227.4 - 265.3 lbsObese (Class I)
6'1"265.3 - 303.2 lbsObese (Class II)
6'1"≥ 303.2 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 6 feet 1 inch male.

See Also Healthy weight for 6'1" female - Ideal weight for 6'1" male