bmi calculator in pounds, feet and inches
type your weight in pounds and your height in feet and inches. we convert to kilograms and meters for the formula.
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how to bmi calculator in pounds, feet and inches
- choose metric (kg and cm) or imperial (lb, feet and inches).
- enter your weight and height.
- read your bmi, category and the weight range that sits in the normal band for your height.
- optional: tick compare two scenarios to put a goal weight next to your current weight and see both on the chart.
the imperial formula is 703 × weight in pounds ÷ height in inches squared, which gives the same result as the metric one. a person who is 5 ft 9 in (69 inches) and weighs 160 lb has a bmi of 703 × 160 ÷ 4,761 = 23.6.
to find your normal-weight range, the tool multiplies your height by the 18.5 and 24.9 bmi limits and converts back to pounds. at 5 ft 9 in that is about 125 to 169 lb. remember it is a rough guide, and stone and pounds users can convert 1 stone to 14 lb first.
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frequently asked questions
how do i calculate bmi in pounds and inches?
multiply your weight in pounds by 703 and divide by your height in inches squared. for 160 lb at 69 inches that is about 23.6.
do i need to convert feet to inches first?
not in this tool. type feet and inches in their own boxes and it adds them up for you.
can i switch to metric later?
yes. pressing the metric button converts what you entered to kg and cm instead of clearing it.