6ft1 and 288 pounds | BMI Calculator Male and Female BMI

Your BMI is 38

You are classified as obese class II.

If you are 6ft1 and 288 pounds, your BMI is 38.

What is a healthy weight for a 6ft1 and 288 pounds Male and Female?

If your BMI is 38, you are obese class II, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

If you are , your healthy BMI is between $20_and_$26. So you have to lose 98.5 pounds to reach a healthy BMI classification.

BMI ranges for 6ft1 height

If your height is 6ft1 and your weight 288 pounds pounds Male and Female, find your BMI classification below. You can also look at our BMI charts.

Height Weight Range Weight classification
6ft1 Below 140 pounds Underweight
6ft1 140 pounds - 189 pounds Healthy Weight
6ft1 189 pounds - 227 pounds Overweight
6ft1 227 pounds and above Obese

What are the health risks associated with BMI 38, obese class II?

The health risks associated with a BMI between 35 and 39.9.

BMI obesity class II is medically classified as a form of moderate obesity. Here, the cut-off point of being overweight is clearly crossed. Daily activities are much more intense and the risk of secondary diseases increases significantly, according to the centers for disease control and prevention (CDC).

The most common health risks associated with BMI obesity include:

  • High blood strain and excessive ldl cholesterol which can be threat elements for coronary heart disease.
  • Type 2 diabetes.
  • Breathing troubles, consisting of bronchial allergies and sleep apnea.
  • Joint troubles consisting of osteoarthritis and musculoskeletal discomfort.
  • Gallstones and gallbladder disease.

In addition to these health problems, obesity can also cause low self-esteem and depression.

Facts

Fact 1

34% of adults high school graduate are overweight in the US.

37% of adults college graduate are overweight in the US.

Fact 2

34% of adults with a salary between $50,000 - $74,999 are obese in the US.

37% of adults with a salary between $50,000 - $74,999 are overweight in the US.

Fact 3

32% of adults are obese in the US.

35% of adults are overweight in the US.


Is 288 pounds underweight for 6ft1 ?

No, 288 pounds is not underweight for someone who is 6ft1.

Is 288 pounds healthy weight for 6ft1 ?

No, 288 pounds is not healthy weight for someone who is 6ft1.

Is 288 pounds overweight for 6ft1 ?

No, 288 pounds is not overweight for someone who is 6ft1.

Is 288 pounds obese for 6ft1 ?

Yes, 288 pounds is obese for someone who is 6ft1.