The ideal weight for 5'9 male in kg is a band from 56.8 to 70.3 kg. Within it, a man of 175.3 cm has a BMI between 18.5 and 22.9, which Indian physicians count as healthy. Global WHO advice puts the ceiling higher, at 76.5 kg.
Ideal body weight formulas, the kind used on hospital wards, give a man of this height 68.9 to 72.3 kg. At 5'9 you are taller than most Indian men, so your target sits well above what friends of 5'5 or 5'6 aim for.
Quick numbers
Height
5 feet 9 inches = 175.3 cmHealthy span, India
56.8 to 70.3 kgWHO ceiling
76.5 kgHamwi, male
72.3 kgRobinson, male
69.1 kg
Ideal weight for 5'9 male in kg: where the lines fall
| Band | BMI | Weight at 5'9 (175.3 cm) |
|---|---|---|
| Underweight | below 18.5 | below 56.8 kg |
| Healthy, Indian adults | 18.5 to 22.9 | 56.8 to 70.3 kg |
| Healthy, WHO | 18.5 to 24.9 | 56.8 to 76.5 kg |
| Overweight, Indian adults | 23 to 24.9 | 70.3 to 76.8 kg |
| Obese, Indian adults | 25 and above | 76.8 kg and above |
| Obese, WHO | 30 and above | 92.1 kg and above |
For quick reference: below 57 kg is thin for 5'9, 57 to 70 kg is the sweet spot, and above roughly 77 kg the extra weight starts to raise blood sugar and pressure risks.
175 cm height ideal weight, with 174 and 176 cm
| Height | In feet | Healthy range (Indian bands) | WHO upper limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 174 cm | 5 ft 8.5 in | 56.0 to 69.3 kg | 75.4 kg |
| 175 cm | 5 ft 8.9 in | 56.7 to 70.1 kg | 76.3 kg |
| 176 cm | 5 ft 9.3 in | 57.3 to 70.9 kg | 77.1 kg |
The 175 cm height ideal weight for a male is 56.7 to 70.1 kg; 175 cm in feet translates to 5 ft 8.9 in. At 174 cm, the 174 cm ideal weight male figure is 56.0 to 69.3 kg, and 174 cm in feet is about 5 ft 8.5 in. The ideal weight for 176 cm male is 57.3 to 70.9 kg, and 176 cm in feet rounds to 5 ft 9.3 in. Asking for the 175cm height ideal weight without the space gets the same answer.
Ward formulas at 5'9
| Formula | Female | Male |
|---|---|---|
| Devine | 66.2 kg | 70.7 kg |
| Robinson | 64.3 kg | 69.1 kg |
| Miller | 65.3 kg | 68.9 kg |
| Hamwi | 65.3 kg | 72.3 kg |
| Average of four | 65.3 kg | 70.2 kg |
Hamwi was written as a quick rule for diabetes clinics and gives the most generous figure for men. Robinson and Miller come from population data and run lower.
BMI ladder at 175 cm
| Weight | BMI | Band |
|---|---|---|
| 52 kg | 16.9 | Underweight |
| 55 kg | 17.9 | Underweight |
| 58 kg | 18.9 | Healthy |
| 61 kg | 19.9 | Healthy |
| 64 kg | 20.8 | Healthy |
| 67 kg | 21.8 | Healthy |
| 70 kg | 22.8 | Healthy |
| 73 kg | 23.8 | Overweight (India), normal (WHO) |
| 76 kg | 24.7 | Overweight (India), normal (WHO) |
| 79 kg | 25.7 | Obese (India), overweight (WHO) |
| 82 kg | 26.7 | Obese (India), overweight (WHO) |
| 85 kg | 27.7 | Obese (India), overweight (WHO) |
| 88 kg | 28.6 | Obese (India), overweight (WHO) |
| 91 kg | 29.6 | Obese (India), overweight (WHO) |
| 94 kg | 30.6 | Obese |
Sport and the 5'9 body
Cricketers, footballers and gym regulars at 5'9 often weigh 72 to 78 kg with little fat. At 75 kg the BMI is 24.4, over the Indian line. Judge that kind of weight by the waist (under 90 cm, ideally nearer 85) and by body fat; the navy tape method gives a home estimate in a few minutes.
Women who are 5'9
A woman of 175 cm is very tall in India. Her healthy kilo span is the same as above, while the female formulas average 65.3 kg. Tall women sometimes feel pressure to be lighter than suits them; a mid-band weight supports strong bones and steady energy.
Energy needs at this height
Taller bodies burn more. A 30 year old man of 175 cm and 70 kg who trains three to five days a week needs roughly 2,558 kcal to stay level. Use the TDEE tool for your figure, then compare with 5'8 and 5'10.
A doctor's check is wise if your waist is growing year on year or your blood pressure readings are rising.
Frequently asked questions
How much should a 5'9 man weigh?
56.8 to 70.3 kg by Indian cut-offs, with WHO allowing up to 76.5 kg.
Is 75 kg overweight for 5'9?
At 175.3 cm, 75 kg is BMI 24.4: over the Indian healthy line, inside the WHO normal range. Muscle and waist decide whether it matters.
Is 65 kg good for 5'9?
Yes. 65 kg gives BMI 21.2, comfortably healthy.
What is 175 cm in feet?
5 feet 8.9 inches, usually called 5'9.
What is the ideal weight for 174 cm male?
56.0 to 69.3 kg, per Indian BMI lines.
Can a 5'9 woman use the same range?
Yes. One kilo window serves both sexes at equal height.
Sources
- World Health Organization BMI classification
- Indian consensus guidelines on obesity for Asian Indians
- Devine, Robinson, Miller and Hamwi formulas