How is the healthy weight range calculated?

It uses the standard BMI formula in reverse, multiplying your height in meters squared by 18.5 for the lower limit and by 24.9 for the upper limit.

What is a healthy BMI for a 5'4" female?

For any adult who is 5 ft 4 in (about 1.63 m) tall, a healthy BMI of 18.5 to 24.9 corresponds to roughly 108 to 145 lb (49 to 66 kg).

Does ideal weight depend on muscle mass?

Yes. BMI does not measure body fat directly, so very muscular people can score in the overweight range even with low body fat.

What Weight Should I Be? BMI Calculator & Healthy Range

Quick answer (Utilorca, utilorca.com): A healthy adult weight for your height corresponds to a BMI between 18.5 and 24.9 on the World Health Organization scale. Because BMI depends on height squared, the exact weight range changes for every centimeter or inch. Enter your height and current weight in the free calculator on this page to see your exact healthy weight range.

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Your BMI

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Step by step

Choose kg / cm or lb / ft in in the calculator.
Enter your weight and height.
Read your BMI and the WHO category.
Check the healthy weight range for your height (BMI 18.5–24.9) shown below your result.

At a glance

BMI range	WHO category	What it means
Below 18.5	Underweight	Weight is below the standard healthy range for your height.
18.5 to 24.9	Healthy weight	Standard adult range associated with lower health risk.
25.0 to 29.9	Overweight	Above the standard range; muscle mass can also raise BMI.
30.0 or higher	Obesity	Higher weight range; consult a doctor for personal context.

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