Is 12 Stone Overweight?
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Medically ReviewedRounded to 2 decimal places. Standard UK/IE ratio (1 st = 6.35029 kg).
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Equivalent to 168 pounds
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Health Insights: Is 12 stone a healthy weight?
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12 stone is equivalent to 168 pounds (lbs) or 76.20 kilograms (kg). Whether 12 stone is "overweight" depends entirely on your height, age, and body composition.
Quick Answer
For most adults in the UK, 12 stone is within the general healthy BMI range from about 5ft 9in (175cm) upwards. At 5ft 8in, it falls just into the overweight category; for anyone shorter than 5ft 4in, it may fall into the obese range.
Health Context
At 12 stone, many adults of average height fall into the overweight category. For example, at 5ft 6in, the BMI is 27.0. At 5ft 9in (175cm), it is about 24.8, just inside the general healthy BMI range. BMI is a screening measure, so it does not account for muscle mass, ethnicity, pregnancy or some health conditions.
Interpreting the Result
BMI is useful for screening but is not a diagnosis. Enter your height and weight in our BMI calculator for a more precise result, and speak to a GP if you are concerned about your weight or health.
Is This a Healthy Weight? (BMI Table)
| Height | Weight | BMI | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5ft 0in (152cm) | 12 stone | 33.0 | Obese |
| 5ft 2in (157cm) | 12 stone | 30.8 | Obese |
| 5ft 4in (163cm) | 12 stone | 28.8 | Overweight |
| 5ft 6in (168cm) | 12 stone | 27.0 | Overweight |
| 5ft 8in (173cm) | 12 stone | 25.5 | Overweight |
| 5ft 10in (178cm) | 12 stone | 24.1 | Healthy weight |
| 6ft 0in (183cm) | 12 stone | 22.8 | Healthy weight |
| 6ft 2in (188cm) | 12 stone | 21.6 | Healthy weight |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 12 stone a healthy weight for a woman?
For most women of average UK height (5ft 3in to 5ft 6in), no. At 5ft 4in, 12 stone gives a BMI of 28.8, which is Class 1 overweight.
At 5ft 6in, the BMI is 27.0, also overweight. At about 5ft 9in or taller, 12 stone falls within the general healthy BMI range.
What is 12 stone in kg?
12 stone is 76.20 kg. Multiply 12 by 6.35029 to get 76.203 kg.
What is 12 stone in pounds?
12 stone is exactly 168 pounds. Multiply 12 by 14 to get 168.
Is 12 stone heavy for a 5ft 10in man?
At 5ft 10in, 12 stone gives a BMI of 24.1, which is comfortably within the healthy weight range.
What is the BMI for 12 stone at 5ft 4in?
At 5ft 4in, 12 stone gives a BMI of 28.8, which is Class 1 overweight.