How much should a 75 year old woman weigh?
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What's the Average Weight for Women?
| Age group (years) | Percent considered overweight or obese | Percent considered obese |
|---|---|---|
| 45-54 | 69.5 | 42.9 |
| 55-64 | 74.5 | 48.2 |
| 65-74 | 75.6 | 43.5 |
| 75 and up | 67.4 | 32.7 |
Normal weight at 118 to 159 pounds (BMI = 18.5-24.9) Overweight at 160 to 191 pounds (BMI = 25-29.9)
For example, a woman over 60 who is 5 feet 2 inches tall has an ideal body weight range of 108 to 143 pounds, while a 5-foot-6 woman has a desirable weight range of 120 to 159 pounds.
| BMI | 19 | 26 |
|---|---|---|
| 71 | 136 | 186 |
| 72 | 140 | 191 |
| 73 | 144 | 197 |
| 74 | 148 | 202 |
As you age, your muscle mass decreases and your fat mass increases. Fat is less metabolically active than muscle—you don't need as many calories to maintain fat as you do to maintain muscle. Hormonal changes can also lead to weight gain.
| Babies to Teens Height to Weight Ratio Table | ||
|---|---|---|
| Age | Weight | Height |
| 2 Years | 26.5 lb (12.02 kg) | 33.7" (85.5 cm) |
| 3 Years | 31.5 lb (14.29 kg) | 37.0" (94 cm) |
| 4 Years | 34.0 lb (15.42 kg) | 39.5" (100.3 cm) |
- Try Resistance Training. Resistance training, or weight lifting, is great for preventing a slowing metabolism. ...
- Try High-Intensity Interval Training. ...
- Get Plenty of Sleep. ...
- Eat More Protein-Rich Foods. ...
- Make Sure You Eat Enough Food. ...
- Drink Green Tea.
If majority rules, a size 10 has a 36″ bust, 28″ waist and a 40″ hip. She's five foot five or six inches tall and weighs 140 pounds.
The golden rules of weight loss still apply: Burn more calories than you eat or drink. Eat more veggies, fruits, whole grains, fish, beans, and low-fat or fat-free dairy; and keep meat and poultry lean. Limit empty calories, like sugars and foods with little or no nutritional value.
| Height | Weight | |
|---|---|---|
| 5' | 97 to 127 lbs. | 128 to 152 lbs. |
| 5' 1" | 100 to 131 lbs. | 132 to 157 lbs. |
| 5' 2" | 104 to 135 lbs. | 136 to 163 lbs. |
| 5' 3" | 107 to 140 lbs. | 141 to 168 lbs. |
How do I determine my ideal weight?
- Weight in pounds = 5 x BMI + (BMI divided by 5) x (Height in inches minus 60)
- Weight in kilograms = 2.2 x BMI + (3.5 x BMI) x (Height in meters minus 1.5)
In general, If your BMI is between 18 and 25 you are a normal weight. If your BMI ranges between 25 to 30 you are overweight. If you're BMI is over 30 you're considered obese.
Heart disease, gastrointestinal disorders, and cancer are leading causes of weight loss in the elderly. Poor circulation causes a decrease in body mass because of the heart's inability to effectively pump and deliver nutrients to the various parts of the body.
You can calculate your ideal BMI using the below formula:
Weight in pounds = 5 x BMI + (BMI divided by 5) x (Height in inches minus 60) Weight in kilograms = 2.2 x BMI + (3.5 x BMI) x (Height in meters minus 1.5)
In older adults it is often better to have a BMI between 25 and 27, rather than under 25. If you are older than 65, for example, a slightly higher BMI may help protect you from thinning of the bones (osteoporosis).
| Adults Weight to Height Ratio Chart | ||
|---|---|---|
| 5′ 5″ (165 cm) | 113/138 lb (51.2/62.6 kg) | 122/150 lb (55.3/68 kg) |
| 5′ 6″ (168 cm) | 117/143 lb (53/64.8 kg) | 128/156 lb (58/70.7 kg) |
| 5′ 7″ (170 cm) | 122/149 lb (55.3/67.6 kg) | 133/163 lb (60.3/73.9 kg) |
| 5′ 8″ (173 cm) | 126/154 lb (57.1/69.8 kg) | 139/169 lb (63/76.6 kg) |
| Height | Weight | |
|---|---|---|
| 4' 11" | 94 to 123 lbs. | 124 to 147 lbs. |
| 5' | 97 to 127 lbs. | 128 to 152 lbs. |
| 5' 1" | 100 to 131 lbs. | 132 to 157 lbs. |
| 5' 2" | 104 to 135 lbs. | 136 to 163 lbs. |
Adult Body Mass Index or BMI
To calculate your BMI, see the BMI Calculator. Or determine your BMI by finding your height and weight in this BMI Index Chart. If your BMI is less than 18.5, it falls within the underweight range. If your BMI is 18.5 to 24.9, it falls within the normal or Healthy Weight range.
What Is Normal Weight? Normal weight, for a five-foot seven-inch tall woman, is in the range of 118 to 159 pounds.