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Average weight


Average weight

Average weight is the amount a person would normally weigh based on their height and age. Many people are interested in knowing the average weight because they would like to find out the ideal weight for their bodies. A person's average weight depends on a number of considerations. In many cases, these factors are unique to the individual. However, models for physical health, and the body mass index (BMI) can provide a range of what someone's ideal weight might be.

Average Weight Charts for Kids/Young Adults

Boys Age Avg Height Avg Weight
8 years 45 inches 57.2 lbs
9 years 49 inches 61.6 lbs
10 years 51 inches 70.4 lbs
11 years 52 inches 77 lbs
12 - 13 years  58 - 62 inches  85 - 100 lbs
14 - 15 years  63 - 66 inches  105 - 125 lbs
16 - 17 years  67 - 70 inches  130 - 150 lbs
 18 - 20 years   68 - 70 inches   150 - 160 lbs 

 

Girls Age Avg Height Avg Weight
8 year old 45 inches 57.2 lbs.
9 year old 47 inches 63.8 lbs.
10 year old 51 inches 70.4 lbs.
11 year old 52 inches 79.2 lbs.
12 - 13 years 60 - 63 inches 95 - 105 lbs.
14 - 15 years 63 - 64 inches 105 - 115 lbs.
16 - 17 years 64 inches 115 - 120 lbs.
18 - 20 years 64 inches 125 - 130 lbs.

About Average weight

For most, this is very difficult because notions of proper weight are created by societal trends and other external influences rather than by actual facts. Every person is different and each body is unique, so there is no way to really determine what the perfect weight is for each of us. If you are truly interested in what your ideal weight should be, consult your doctor.

Body Mass Index, or BMI, is used as a screening tool to identify possible weight problems for children and adults. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommend the use of BMI to screen for overweight and obesity in children beginning at two years old.

BMI is used to screen for obesity, overweight, healthy weight, or underweight. However, BMI is not a diagnostic tool. For example, a person may have a high BMI, but to determine if excess fat is a problem, a health care provider would need to perform further assessments. These assessments might include skinfold thickness measurements, evaluations of diet, physical activity, family history, and other appropriate health screenings. Age and gender factor into screenings for children and teens, but not for adults.

As with all diets, it is best to consult a physician first.

For more detailed information on Average Weight and BMI, visit the Center for Disease Control and Prevention.

The above charts were found at www.disabled-world.com

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