BMI-based healthy weight range for 5'9" mans — 125–169 lbs.
Using the WHO BMI standard (18.5–24.9), the healthy weight range for a 5'9" man is 125 to 169 lbs (56.8–76.5 kg). The midpoint — around 147 lbs — corresponds to a BMI of 21.7.
The classic Devine formula (widely used in clinical settings) gives 156 lbs as a single target for a 5'9" man.
| Formula | Result (lbs) | Result (kg) | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| BMI 18.5 (low) | 125 lbs | 56.8 kg | Lower bound of healthy |
| BMI 21.7 (midpoint) | 147 lbs | 66.7 kg | Comfortable healthy midpoint |
| BMI 24.9 (high) | 169 lbs | 76.5 kg | Upper bound of healthy |
| Devine formula | 156 lbs | 70.7 kg | Clinical standard |
If you need to lose weight to reach 147 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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