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At 6'1" and 300 lbs, your BMI is 39.6, placing you in the Obese Class II category. A BMI of 39.6 falls in the Class II obesity range (35 to 39.9). This level is associated with higher risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and joint issues.
39.6
BMI
Obese Class II
Category
140-189
Healthy range (lbs)
-111 lbs
To healthy high
BMI 39.6: Obese Class II
| BMI | Category | Weight (lbs) | Your Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 18.5 | Underweight | Below 140 lbs | - |
| 18.5 to 24.9 | Normal | 140 to 189 lbs | Goal range |
| 25.0 to 29.9 | Overweight | 190 to 227 lbs | - |
| 30.0+ | Obese | Above 227 lbs | You are here |
Your BMI of 39.6 puts you in the Obese Class II category for someone 6'1".
To reach the upper boundary of the healthy range (189 lbs), you would need to lose approximately 111 lbs. A sustainable rate is 0.5 to 1 lb per week, which means roughly 148 weeks at a moderate calorie deficit.
Keep in mind that BMI does not account for muscle mass. Two people at 6'1" and 300 lbs can have very different body compositions. Body fat percentage is a more precise indicator of health risk.
A BMI of 39.6 at 6'1" places you in the Obese Class II 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 140 to 189 lbs for someone 6'1".
At 6'1", a weight of 300 lbs gives a BMI of 39.6, which is in the Obese Class II category. The healthy weight range for 6'1" is 140 to 189 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 6'1" is between 140 and 189 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 39.6 falls in the Obese Class II range. A BMI of 39.6 falls in the Class II obesity range (35 to 39.9). This level is associated with higher risk of cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, and joint issues. 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 (140 lbs)
160 lbs to lose
To reach high end (189 lbs)
111 lbs to lose
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