BMI for 156 cm and 120 kg
A person 156 cm (5'1") tall weighing 120 kg (265 lbs) has a BMI of 49.3 — classified as Obese. The healthy weight range for this height is 45.0–60.6 kg.
Your BMI
49.3
Category
Obese
Under 18.518.5–24.925–29.930+
Healthy weight range: 45.0–60.6 kg
What does this BMI mean?
A BMI of 49.3 sits in the Obese range under the standard WHO adult classification. This range is linked to increased risk of several chronic conditions. A clinician can help interpret it with other measures.
For someone 156 cm tall, weights between 45.0 kg and 60.6 kg fall in the BMI 18.5–24.9 normal range. That's roughly 99–134 lbs.
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Last updated: 2026