What's the best weight for a 6'0'' runner preparing for a half marathon or 5K. The bmi's say around 180 but is a lower weight make for better/faster runs?
What's the best weight for a 6'0'' runner preparing for a half marathon or 5K. The bmi's say around 180 but is a lower weight make for better/faster runs?
height in inches x 2.
Even if you are in your 40's---twice your height in inches???
don't make excuses....twice your height in inches
I've seen the use of 2.2, which would be 156 pounds for a six footer. At 2.0, that is 144 pounds. Somewhere between those two general points of reference is best, depending on the person's frame and muscularity.
The BMI standard is useless. Think in terms of % body fat instead.