How bmi affects seniors. Bmi is calculated by dividing your weight in kilograms by your height in meters squared. The following weight and height chart uses bmi tables from the national institute of health to determine how much a persons weight should be for their height. According to the latest height weight chart 6 of 10 of adults are overweight the surgeon general calls it epidemic. The acceptable range of bmi is 185 to 249. 5 0 up to 144.
If you fall out of the healthy weight range then you could be at risk for many diseases especially heart disease high cholesterol cancers. Be sure to meet with your doctor to determine your best weight. Weight and height guide chart. Current weightheight x height x 703. In standard measures divide your weight in pounds by the square of your height in inches multiplied by 703. Maintaining your own healthy bodyweight throughout adult years is essential to avoiding the impacts of illness and disease.
It is calculated by comparing ones height to their weight. As a result a height weight chart can be especially deceptive for seniors. A bmi under 185 is considered underweight while a bmi between 25 and 299 is considered overweight. 4 11 up to 139. Height in feet inches. Calorie burn charts.
For most people who are not physically active and have a relatively average body composition bmi is a good indication of healthy weight. Recommended weight for seniors. A height weight chart like so many guidelines tells only part of the story. Height in feet inches. There are plenty of online calculators and charts that can help you determine your bmi based on standard measures inches pounds if you prefer. 5 9 up to 189.
Age height weight chart height weight ratio age height weight charts for women men detail the height to weight ratio that helps you compare your weight height age to the chart averages. 5 1 up to 149. 5 8 up to 185.