BMI Calculation for 153cm Height and 101.2kg Weight
The BMI for someone who is 153cm tall and weighs 101.2kg is 43.2 kg/m², which falls into the obesity class III category (severe obesity).
BMI Calculation Method
- BMI is calculated using the formula: weight (kg) / [height (m)]² 1
- For this individual:
- Height: 153cm = 1.53m
- Weight: 101.2kg
- BMI = 101.2 / (1.53)² = 101.2 / 2.34 = 43.2 kg/m² 1
BMI Classification
- According to established guidelines, this BMI of 43.2 kg/m² is classified as follows:
- BMI 18.5-24.9 kg/m² = Healthy weight
- BMI 25.0-29.9 kg/m² = Overweight
- BMI 30.0-34.9 kg/m² = Obesity class I
- BMI 35.0-39.9 kg/m² = Obesity class II
- BMI ≥40.0 kg/m² = Obesity class III (severe obesity) 1
Health Implications
- A BMI in the obesity class III range is associated with significantly increased health risks:
- Higher risk of cardiovascular disease, including hypertension and coronary heart disease 1
- Increased risk of type 2 diabetes 1
- Greater risk of certain cancers, including postmenopausal breast, colorectal, endometrial, esophageal, and kidney cancers 1
- Higher risk of osteoarthritis, sleep apnea, and depression 1
- Increased all-cause mortality 2
Limitations of BMI Assessment
- BMI does not directly measure body fat or distinguish between fat and muscle mass 3, 2
- BMI may not accurately reflect health risks in all individuals, particularly:
- Additional measurements such as waist circumference or waist-to-hip ratio may provide complementary information about health risks 5, 2
Clinical Considerations
- For medication dosing in individuals with BMI >30 kg/m², ideal body weight calculations may be more appropriate than actual body weight to prevent overdosing 4
- Weight management strategies should focus on both dietary modifications and increased physical activity 1
- A 5-10% reduction in body weight can lead to meaningful improvements in health outcomes, even if ideal body weight is not achieved 1