To find you maximum weight go to the column corresponding to your age group. The number at the top of the column is the bmi at that height and weight. If they exceed the armys body fat standards theyll be put on a weight management program which provides guidance to lose weight at a healthy pace. Or determine your bmi by finding your height and weight in this bmi index chart external icon. 143 to 186 lbs. Here is information about the units of measure used in the united states.

For more see the infoplease. Move across to a given weight in pounds. Hhs centers for disease control and prevention. Adult obesity prevalence maps. The media and congress with up to date science based information on weight control obesity physical activity and related nutritional issues. Interpretation of the chart.

If your bmi is 185 to 249 it falls within the normal or healthy weight range. For your height a normal weight range would be from to pounds. How to use the height and weight chart below. Heres how you know. First find your height in inches using the left most column. Use the height and weight chart below to see if you meet the army standards.

This page includes linear measurements finding area cubic liquid apothecaries fluid and weight avoirdupois weight dry measure troy weight and gunters or surveyors chain. For information about the importance of a healthy diet and physical activity in maintaining a healthy weight visit preventing weight gain. 4 10 91 to 118 lbs. Then right next to it youll see the minimum weight allowed. The gov means its official. 119 to 142 lbs.

124 to 147 lbs. 4 11 94 to 123 lbs. 5 97 to 127 lbs. If your bmi is less than 185 it falls within the underweight range. Thus you are presented with separate height and weight charts for men and women to help you ascertain how close or far you are to the ideal weight. To use the table find the appropriate height in the left hand column labeled height.

Maintaining a healthy weight may reduce the risk of chronic diseases associated with overweight and obesity. An official website of the united states government. The height and weight chart are meant to help you evaluate the association between the two components. 148 to 193 lbs. Soldiers who exceed the maximum weight shown on the charts below during an exam will be measured for body fat content.

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