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At 5'3" and 180 lbs, your BMI is 31.9, placing you in the Obese Class I category. A BMI of 31.9 falls in the Class I obesity range (30 to 34.9). Health risks are elevated. A structured nutrition and activity plan can make a significant difference.
31.9
BMI
Obese Class I
Category
104-141
Healthy range (lbs)
-39 lbs
To healthy high
BMI 31.9: Obese Class I
| BMI | Category | Weight (lbs) | Your Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 18.5 | Underweight | Below 104 lbs | - |
| 18.5 to 24.9 | Normal | 104 to 141 lbs | Goal range |
| 25.0 to 29.9 | Overweight | 142 to 169 lbs | - |
| 30.0+ | Obese | Above 169 lbs | You are here |
Your BMI of 31.9 puts you in the Obese Class I category for someone 5'3".
To reach the upper boundary of the healthy range (141 lbs), you would need to lose approximately 39 lbs. A sustainable rate is 0.5 to 1 lb per week, which means roughly 52 weeks at a moderate calorie deficit.
Keep in mind that BMI does not account for muscle mass. Two people at 5'3" and 180 lbs can have very different body compositions. Body fat percentage is a more precise indicator of health risk.
A BMI of 31.9 at 5'3" places you in the Obese Class I category. BMI (Body Mass Index) is calculated by dividing weight in pounds by height in inches squared, then multiplying by 703. The healthy range is 18.5 to 24.9, which translates to 104 to 141 lbs for someone 5'3".
At 5'3", a weight of 180 lbs gives a BMI of 31.9, which is in the Obese Class I category. The healthy weight range for 5'3" is 104 to 141 lbs. This is above the healthy range. Keep in mind BMI does not account for muscle mass or body composition.
A healthy weight for someone 5'3" is between 104 and 141 lbs, based on a BMI of 18.5 to 24.9. This range reflects the weights most associated with reduced risk of chronic disease. Individual factors like muscle mass, frame size, and body fat distribution also matter.
A BMI of 31.9 falls in the Obese Class I range. A BMI of 31.9 falls in the Class I obesity range (30 to 34.9). Health risks are elevated. A structured nutrition and activity plan can make a significant difference. BMI is a population-level screening tool, not a diagnostic measure. Factors like waist circumference, body fat percentage, blood pressure, and cholesterol provide a more complete picture of metabolic health.
To reach low end (104 lbs)
76 lbs to lose
To reach high end (141 lbs)
39 lbs to lose
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