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BMI: 17cm, 159kg
BMI for 17cm tall and 159kg: 5,501.7 (Obese). Free BMI calculator with health categories.
5,501.7 (Obese)
BMI = 159 / (17/100)^2 = 5,501.7. Category: Obese.
How This Was Calculated
Metric: BMI = weight(kg) / height(m)²
Imperial: BMI = 703 × weight(lbs) / height(in)²
Categories: Underweight <18.5 | Normal 18.5-24.9 | Overweight 25-29.9 | Obese ≥30.
Quick Reference Table
| Input | Result |
|---|---|
| 17 / 154 | 5,328.7 (Obese) |
| 17 / 157 | 5,432.5 (Obese) |
| 17 / 158 | 5,467.1 (Obese) |
| 17 / 160 | 5,536.3 (Obese) |
| 17 / 161 | 5,570.9 (Obese) |
| 17 / 164 | 5,674.7 (Obese) |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a healthy BMI?
A BMI between 18.5 and 24.9 is considered normal.
Does BMI account for muscle mass?
No, BMI is a general screening tool and does not distinguish muscle from fat.
Should I use metric or imperial?
Both give the same result. Use whichever you are comfortable with.