The male BMI visualizer draws a man’s figure using typical male proportions (broader shoulders, fat stored more around the waist) and scales it to your BMI. A healthy BMI for men is 18.5 to 24.9.
Male BMI Visualizer
Men’s body shapes at different BMIs
The average man in England has a BMI of 27.6 and weighs 85.8 kg (13 st 7 lb) (Health Survey for England 2022).
Muscle vs fat at the same BMI
Two men at a BMI of 28 can look completely different: one may be a muscular rugby player with a slim waist, the other may carry most of his extra weight around his stomach. BMI cannot tell them apart, but a tape measure can. Keep your waist to less than half your height – at 5′10″ that is under 89 cm (35 in).
Frequently asked questions
What does a BMI of 25 look like on a man?
At 5′10″ a BMI of 25 is about 12 st 6 lb (79 kg). Enter that in the visualizer to see the shape – it is the boundary between healthy and overweight.
Why do muscular men have a high BMI?
Muscle is heavier than the same volume of fat, so BMI rises. Waist size or body fat percentage gives a better picture for muscular men.
What is a healthy BMI for men?
18.5 to 24.9, or 18.5 to 22.9 for men of South Asian, Chinese, other Asian, Middle Eastern, Black African or African-Caribbean background.
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Medical disclaimer: this tool gives an estimate for adults and is not a diagnosis or medical advice. bmicalculatornhs.net is independent and not affiliated with the NHS. Speak to your GP, pharmacist or another qualified health professional about your own health. Full disclaimer.