BMI-based healthy weight range for 5'2" womans — 101–136 lbs.
Using the WHO BMI standard (18.5–24.9), the healthy weight range for a 5'2" woman is 101 to 136 lbs (45.9–61.8 kg). The midpoint — around 119 lbs — corresponds to a BMI of 21.7.
The classic Devine formula (widely used in clinical settings) gives 110 lbs as a single target for a 5'2" woman.
| Formula | Result (lbs) | Result (kg) | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMI 18.5 (low) | 101 lbs | 45.9 kg | Lower bound of healthy |
| BMI 21.7 (midpoint) | 119 lbs | 53.8 kg | Comfortable healthy midpoint |
| BMI 24.9 (high) | 136 lbs | 61.8 kg | Upper bound of healthy |
| Devine formula | 110 lbs | 50.1 kg | Clinical standard |
If you need to lose weight to reach 119 lbs, a deficit of 500 kcal/day achieves roughly 1 lb loss per week. Use our calculator for a personalized TDEE.
| Goal | Strategy | Expected pace |
|---|---|---|
| Lose weight | 500 kcal/day deficit | ~1 lb/week |
| Maintain ideal weight | Eat at TDEE | Weight stable |
| Gain healthy weight | 250 kcal/day surplus | ~0.5 lb/week |
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