[QUOTE=hardyboysare;1574573161]Little bit lower around 17-18%. I would bulk with a very small surplus of calories. Building muscle will offer a better result then cutting to nothing[/QUOTE]
Thank you for the advice! How long do you believe I should be bulking before going back to cutting?
I’m nervous about adding in extra fat along the way and at the same time some people have stated that it is best to cut when you are above 15% body fat.
[QUOTE=hardyboysare;1574573581]13-14%.
16%. As your top core is starting to become noticeable.[/QUOTE]
Wow didn't see that coming thought I was on 19-20% considering my fat at my belly, should I keep bulking then ? or cut down to 10-13% and then lean bulk?
5’10” 248 pounds.
I’d appreciate any estimates please.
Thanks in advance.
[url]https://imagecdn.bodybuilding.com/progress-photo/16112022/d57a867ebf214679835f6b1d90293585-610xh.jpg[/url]
Hi,
5'10 172.5 lbs. I appreciate any estimates. Pictures are in my bodyspace.
also any advice you may want to give.
I made a bet last summer that I would get a six pack by the end of June 2019 or go one year with no beer. I was 190 lbs at the time. Am I going to make it? I figure I have to hit 10% bf to count as abs.
I have a great gym at my work but only 35 minutes/day available to use it. I usually run a mile as fast as I can, then choose three basic exercises (squats, benchpress, pullups, military press, barbell curls, dips, lat pulldowns, or rows) and get in 3 sets of each. This 4 days a week.
I count my macros and am sticking at a 2100 cal. diet with 160 grams protein.
Thanks again for any estimates and suggestions.
[QUOTE=Nitir;1574583181]Wow didn't see that coming thought I was on 19-20% considering my fat at my belly, should I keep bulking then ? or cut down to 10-13% and then lean bulk?[/QUOTE]
No you aren't that high you just hold most of your fat in the mid section. You look pretty lean. That choice is generally yours you could cut down to having a possible top 4 abs but I definitely wouldn't go lower. Although bulking shouldn't be far off and you could start now if you are happy with your leanness. But I wouldn't bother going to 10%.
[QUOTE=aocruz19;1574580841]Thank you for the advice! How long do you believe I should be bulking before going back to cutting?
I’m nervous about adding in extra fat along the way and at the same time some people have stated that it is best to cut when you are above 15% body fat.[/QUOTE]
The old 15% body fat rule generally means individuals who are quite well trained and have successful completed a few bulk and cut cycles. Most information on this percentage come from experts in the field of body composition, however most of them if not all are training with people with a history of muscle training therefore have a solid base already.
When I bulk you usually go higher more like 18-20% just because I find it offers more time to develop more muscle instead of cutting all the time as you usually look 'soft' around any bulking quite quickly. I would say just keep bulking slowly with a weight gain of around 2lb a month for a solid 6 months if not longer then review. If you only consume 200 calories above maintenance, and gain only about 2lbs a month most will be muscle as long as you get enough protein and work hard on a proven weight training program.
Height: 182 cm / 6'0 feet
Weight: 82 kg / 181 lbs
Have been cutting a little under three months now. Gone from 90 kg / 199 lbs - 82 kg / 181 lbs.
Before: imgur com/OsQKh3z
After: imgur com/J3ul2kT
What do you think was my bodyfat before my cut and after?
[QUOTE=danjordan98;1574644051]Hi,
5'10 172.5 lbs. I appreciate any estimates. Pictures are in my bodyspace.
also any advice you may want to give.
I made a bet last summer that I would get a six pack by the end of June 2019 or go one year with no beer. I was 190 lbs at the time. Am I going to make it? I figure I have to hit 10% bf to count as abs.
I have a great gym at my work but only 35 minutes/day available to use it. I usually run a mile as fast as I can, then choose three basic exercises (squats, benchpress, pullups, military press, barbell curls, dips, lat pulldowns, or rows) and get in 3 sets of each. This 4 days a week.
I count my macros and am sticking at a 2100 cal. diet with 160 grams protein.
Thanks again for any estimates and suggestions.[/QUOTE]
17% around about. Make sure you follow a proven weight training program will offer the best results such as Starting Strength, Stronglifts etc. As you progress drop 100 calories every you lose 10lbs this will ensure weight loss continues. Add cardio for extra calories burnt but ensure you get your weight training in first. As for abs they are an odd one you may not have enough lean body muscle to cut to full abs without looking sick (some people need to go lower then 10%) but you should get some abs showing. Good luck
[QUOTE=scrossmaggard;1574630721]5’10” 248 pounds.
I’d appreciate any estimates please.
Thanks in advance.
[url]https://imagecdn.bodybuilding.com/progress-photo/16112022/d57a867ebf214679835f6b1d90293585-610xh.jpg[/url][/QUOTE]
I would say about 22-23%. Tad hard to tell as you have as you have massive core/ large amount of lean body mass but some fat. Certainly bear mode you look very solid.
[QUOTE=Sigvart;1574653651]Height: 182 cm / 6'0 feet
Weight: 82 kg / 181 lbs
Have been cutting a little under three months now. Gone from 90 kg / 199 lbs - 82 kg / 181 lbs.
Before: imgur com/OsQKh3z
After: imgur com/J3ul2kT
What do you think was my bodyfat before my cut and after?[/QUOTE]
Before:- around 16-17%
After:- 11%
Fantastic work
[QUOTE=hardyboysare;1574681791]17% around about. Make sure you follow a proven weight training program will offer the best results such as Starting Strength, Stronglifts etc. As you progress drop 100 calories every you lose 10lbs this will ensure weight loss continues. Add cardio for extra calories burnt but ensure you get your weight training in first. As for abs they are an odd one you may not have enough lean body muscle to cut to full abs without looking sick (some people need to go lower then 10%) but you should get some abs showing. Good luck.[/QUOTE]
Thank you very much. I will look into those programs!
weighing in at around 174, what is my body fat percentage you think? im 5'11
Hello can anyone take a stab at my fat%?
28
186 lbs
5'11"
Pics on profile.
Been losing weight since the new year. 15ish lbs down so far. Should I keep cutting till 15%ish then bulk or start bulking sooner?
[QUOTE=jwiddy2323;1574694501]weighing in at around 174, what is my body fat percentage you think? im 5'11[/QUOTE]
14-15% I would say
[QUOTE=RayJay50;1574694841]Hello can anyone take a stab at my fat%?
28
186 lbs
5'11"
Pics on profile.
Been losing weight since the new year. 15ish lbs down so far. Should I keep cutting till 15%ish then bulk or start bulking sooner?[/QUOTE]
Around 19-20%. Keep cutting.
28yo 180cm (5'10) currently at 79.5kg (175lb)
1) What is my BF%?
2) Will I look good if I cut? (I feel like I should 100% cut for the summer)
3) Final question: until when should I cut? My last year's cut was terrible. I had much less muscle and went all out, lost mass and looked like ****.
Thanks
Thank you.
Any estimates on my BF% would be really appreciated.
Tad embarrassing posting in here since I'm a total weed, however, I want to progress and I guess this is the place to start.
I'm 166cm (5'6) and only 126lbs, so pretty much bang on 9 st. I know this is very small (both height and weight lol). Basically, I was wondering how to progress from here.. I've never wanted to be HUGE (mostly because of my height - I feel I would end up looking like a box), but I would like to put some more muscle on.
Should I bulk or cut?
I've read numerous sources saying that I should get down to 10-12% BF before bulking and I don't think I am near that right now. Is 126lbs absolutely crazy to go on a cut?
So grateful for any guidance and advice.
[QUOTE=georgehl95;1574746581]Any estimates on my BF% would be really appreciated.
Tad embarrassing posting in here since I'm a total weed, however, I want to progress and I guess this is the place to start.
I'm 166cm (5'6) and only 126lbs, so pretty much bang on 9 st. I know this is very small (both height and weight lol). Basically, I was wondering how to progress from here.. I've never wanted to be HUGE (mostly because of my height - I feel I would end up looking like a box), but I would like to put some more muscle on.
Should I bulk or cut?
I've read numerous sources saying that I should get down to 10-12% BF before bulking and I don't think I am near that right now. Is 126lbs absolutely crazy to go on a cut?
So grateful for any guidance and advice.[/QUOTE]
bulk u are relitvely lean imo.
5'9" 176 lbs, what would you predict my bf% to be? I'm having trouble losing weight, it's remaining the same over weeks, but I think I'm getting leaner.
imgur(dot)com/a/zShVzaK
[QUOTE=Faux Carnival;1574738111]28yo 180cm (5'10) currently at 79.5kg (175lb)
1) What is my BF%?
2) Will I look good if I cut? (I feel like I should 100% cut for the summer)
3) Final question: until when should I cut? My last year's cut was terrible. I had much less muscle and went all out, lost mass and looked like ****.
Thanks[/QUOTE]
1) 17% about as you can still see some core.
2) You will look lean but not massive IMHO. You could cut to about 12% which would probably give you some abs but I can imagine full abs would require less then 10% bf which I don't advise.
3) Same as above. Make sure you follow a strong well established program and aim to increase lifts if possible whilst maintain good amount of protein.
Bonus:- You really aren't that fat so if you wanted to carry on bulking you could, however the choice is completely yours if you want leanness for summer then cut, if you can handle a bit of fat this summer keep bulking.
[QUOTE=georgehl95;1574746581]Any estimates on my BF% would be really appreciated.
Tad embarrassing posting in here since I'm a total weed, however, I want to progress and I guess this is the place to start.
I'm 166cm (5'6) and only 126lbs, so pretty much bang on 9 st. I know this is very small (both height and weight lol). Basically, I was wondering how to progress from here.. I've never wanted to be HUGE (mostly because of my height - I feel I would end up looking like a box), but I would like to put some more muscle on.
Should I bulk or cut?
I've read numerous sources saying that I should get down to 10-12% BF before bulking and I don't think I am near that right now. Is 126lbs absolutely crazy to go on a cut?
So grateful for any guidance and advice.[/QUOTE]
I wouldn't be embarrassed you are actually in a pretty good place you are lean and have some muscle (as you can see the outline of your abs). IMHO I thought you were heavier so you don't look small in pictures just lean. Anyway I would say 13% about, you should bulk slowly (aim for 2lbs a month). Forget the thought of cutting to 10% (or lower) that is for established trainees as for 12% well you are near enough there in my estimate.
Add more muscle whilst doing a progressive training program which increases strength and volume then you will see some good results.
[QUOTE=azbyfit;1574807341]5'9" 176 lbs, what would you predict my bf% to be? I'm having trouble losing weight, it's remaining the same over weeks, but I think I'm getting leaner.
imgur(dot)com/a/zShVzaK[/QUOTE]
About 12-13%. You do look leaner even though its only been a lb oddly. It does get harder the lower you go I am afraid. Just keep hitting the gym hard and it is possible you will look better with minimal weight loss. If you do want to lose more weight then drop calories/ increase activity. However you are pretty lean so bulking can't be far off.
[QUOTE=hardyboysare;1574817381]1)
About 12-13%. You do look leaner even though its only been a lb oddly. It does get harder the lower you go I am afraid. Just keep hitting the gym hard and it is possible you will look better with minimal weight loss. If you do want to lose more weight then drop calories/ increase activity. However you are pretty lean so bulking can't be far off.[/QUOTE]
Yeah, I think I'll be at 10% if I can ever get close to the elusive 170 lbs. I find it takes a ton of effort to decrease calories. I hit the gym 7 times and often feel overtrained when I eat to little :(
Hi all. Just after an estimate on my BF%. I'm Guessing about 22%.
I'm 88kg, 178cm -- 194lbs, 5'10"
Also, after looking at these pics, realized my posture is absolutely horrendous. Is my spine twisted? Any tips? or should I just go see a physiotherapist?
Pictures are on my bodyspace profile.
Thanks.
[QUOTE=azbyfit;1574832561]Yeah, I think I'll be at 10% if I can ever get close to the elusive 170 lbs. I find it takes a ton of effort to decrease calories. I hit the gym 7 times and often feel overtrained when I eat to little :([/QUOTE]
Most find going 10% pointless and I agree. You are lean and look good so it may be time to think about slowly building more muscle. If you gained a small amount of weight a month (something like 1.5-2lbs a month) whilst progressively getting stronger and increasing volume you should build mainly muscle. This may offer the best results.
[QUOTE=Nubgains;1574848911]Hi all. Just after an estimate on my BF%. I'm Guessing about 22%.
I'm 88kg, 178cm -- 194lbs, 5'10"
Also, after looking at these pics, realized my posture is absolutely horrendous. Is my spine twisted? Any tips? or should I just go see a physiotherapist?
Pictures are on my bodyspace profile.
Thanks.[/QUOTE]
Yep 21-22% is about right. I am not specialist so seeking a second opinion would be best. You may have a bit of Scoliosis however it is suggested to carry out weight training to strengthen the posterior chain which will help pull your posture correct. Likewise losing weight can help reduce impact on your spine. Like I said though getting medical opinion would be the best course of action, although most forms of training will overall help body composition.
Thanks so much for the detailed reply. I will do as suggested and start a slow bulk.
Thanks for the reply, very much appreciated.
[url]https://imgur.com/gallery/J9LW5xo[/url]
Lifts are 240 bench, 320 squat, 360 dl, 135 ohp been doing 5/3/1 but am switching to a ppl for more volume and frequency I feel as if I gained more fat then muscle. I’m 5’7 165 21 been training for a year
[QUOTE=bojanglez34;1574894221][url]https://imgur.com/gallery/J9LW5xo[/url]
Lifts are 240 bench, 320 squat, 360 dl, 135 ohp been doing 5/3/1 but am switching to a ppl for more volume and frequency I feel as if I gained more fat then muscle. I’m 5’7 165 21 been training for a year[/QUOTE]
17%
[QUOTE=HotDogManB;1574900021]17%[/QUOTE]
LOL, no... Just no.
[img]http://www.averagemarrieddad.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/body-fat-percentage-men.jpg[/img]
[QUOTE=HotDogManB;1574900021]17%[/QUOTE] really ?
[QUOTE=xsquid99;1574901001]LOL, no... Just no.
[img]http://www.averagemarrieddad.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/body-fat-percentage-men.jpg[/img][/QUOTE] yea that seems low ball
Could anyone tell me my %? 5’7 160lbs. Photos in body space due to low post count.
I'm 28 (almost 29) years old
5'9/69cm
162.4lbs/73.7kg
I used to be heavier, the heaviest being 250lbs/113.4kg. So I think I have some loose skin around. But since I can't post links yet, my pictures are in my gallery.
Please and thank you.
Hi guys, I need a % estimate if possible?
According to a number of calculators i'm at about 16% but its all stuck to my damn waist.
My latest round of progress pics are in my gallery photos on Bodyspace for % rating.
Just for a bit of a back story, started dieting and fitness last January having swelled considerably to 254 and have worked hard to reign in my diet and get back on the right path following binge eating and drinking. Currently at 194 and have been cutting consistently for the last 3 or 4 months. Hoping to get down to about 10% BF for the summer and then look to put some muscle on.
All feedback and thoughts are appreciated :)
[QUOTE=bojanglez34;1574894221][url]https://imgur.com/gallery/J9LW5xo[/url]
Lifts are 240 bench, 320 squat, 360 dl, 135 ohp been doing 5/3/1 but am switching to a ppl for more volume and frequency I feel as if I gained more fat then muscle. I’m 5’7 165 21 been training for a year[/QUOTE]
The same as last time you request as your weight has only increased by 5lbs.
[url]https://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=173620211&p=1571944631#post1571944631[/url]
[url]https://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=173620211&p=1568880241#post1568880241[/url]
[QUOTE=howene;1574912801]Could anyone tell me my %? 5’7 160lbs. Photos in body space due to low post count.[/QUOTE]
17-18%
[QUOTE=Wsti1990;1574936131]I'm 28 (almost 29) years old
5'9/69cm
162.4lbs/73.7kg
I used to be heavier, the heaviest being 250lbs/113.4kg. So I think I have some loose skin around. But since I can't post links yet, my pictures are in my gallery.
Please and thank you.[/QUOTE]
About 23%
[QUOTE=BBUK95;1574947911]Hi guys, I need a % estimate if possible?
According to a number of calculators i'm at about 16% but its all stuck to my damn waist.
My latest round of progress pics are in my gallery photos on Bodyspace for % rating.
Just for a bit of a back story, started dieting and fitness last January having swelled considerably to 254 and have worked hard to reign in my diet and get back on the right path following binge eating and drinking. Currently at 194 and have been cutting consistently for the last 3 or 4 months. Hoping to get down to about 10% BF for the summer and then look to put some muscle on.
All feedback and thoughts are appreciated :)[/QUOTE]
18% around about. Wouldn't bother with 10% go for 13% (about) this will allow you to see some abs and look lean. Then lean bulk from there. Going to 10% is a long annoying road and likely you will lack muscle to do it (like most of us).
I posted a few weeks back and was estimated around 17%. I have done a 3 point caliper test today which put me at 14.16%. Any updates on my pictures sorry they're ****e hard to do it.
Background - lost 98lb want to cut to a point where I can lean bulk for a while to gain needed muscle.
Current stats - 146lb. 5 foot 5 inches, 28-30 inch waist in jeans. 27 years old.
Keep cutting to 140? Or will I look too skinny. Have posted before but in so unsure.
[QUOTE=Liamjp91;1574956821]I posted a few weeks back and was estimated around 17%. I have done a 3 point caliper test today which put me at 14.16%. Any updates on my pictures sorry they're ****e hard to do it.
Background - lost 98lb want to cut to a point where I can lean bulk for a while to gain needed muscle.
Current stats - 146lb. 5 foot 5 inches, 28-30 inch waist in jeans. 27 years old.
Keep cutting to 140? Or will I look too skinny. Have posted before but in so unsure.[/QUOTE]
Your bf% hasn't really changed much as you have only lost 2lbs from my last estimate so the same at ~17%. I say cut a bit more 140lbs is fine and you will be near 15-16%. Then lean bulk. You won't look too skinny cutting 6lbs.
32, 6'2". 190lbs in this pic. Trying to get to 10-12% again. How far am I to that? Thanks.
6'3" 197lbs in both pics down from 216lbs, looking to lean out so I can go on a 1yr+ lean bulk.
carb depleted and unflexed in pics
What is my bodyfat % and how much more down to go give or take for 10-12% ?
Hey can I get a guess based off my avi I’m 6’4 195 lbs and I think I’ve got weird genetics as far as holding bodyfat. I’m flexing abs in picture. Do any of you pros know how much lower I’ll have to drop my bf% to get my abs to show and have cuts? Any help would be greatly appreciated
[QUOTE=bojanglez34;1574894221][url]https://imgur.com/gallery/J9LW5xo[/url]
Lifts are 240 bench, 320 squat, 360 dl, 135 ohp been doing 5/3/1 but am switching to a ppl for more volume and frequency I feel as if I gained more fat then muscle. I’m 5’7 165 21 been training for a year[/QUOTE]
Your probably mid 20s (23-27) depending on your legs and such. Hard to be accurate looking at one picture but thats my guess
[QUOTE=howene;1574912801]Could anyone tell me my %? 5’7 160lbs. Photos in body space due to low post count.[/QUOTE]
18-20ish would be my estimate based on the well lit picture. The other one isn't to useful for these purposes
[QUOTE=BBUK95;1574947911]Hi guys, I need a % estimate if possible?
According to a number of calculators i'm at about 16% but its all stuck to my damn waist.
My latest round of progress pics are in my gallery photos on Bodyspace for % rating.
Just for a bit of a back story, started dieting and fitness last January having swelled considerably to 254 and have worked hard to reign in my diet and get back on the right path following binge eating and drinking. Currently at 194 and have been cutting consistently for the last 3 or 4 months. Hoping to get down to about 10% BF for the summer and then look to put some muscle on.
All feedback and thoughts are appreciated :)[/QUOTE]
~18% or so. No need to cut to 10% at your size. You will just look skinny and you will only be delaying your bulking for no really benefit. Slow bulk once you get near ~12ish and try and pack on muscle while maintaining sub 15%
[QUOTE=lasttiger;1574969941]32, 6'2". 190lbs in this pic. Trying to get to 10-12% again. How far am I to that? Thanks.[/QUOTE]
I would say you are in the ball park of 17-20%. [U]This is a very rough estimate though as you have no really good pictures showing your arms or back. [/U]
[QUOTE=floridamancan;1575020091]Hey can I get a guess based off my avi I’m 6’4 195 lbs and I think I’ve got weird genetics as far as holding bodyfat. I’m flexing abs in picture. Do any of you pros know how much lower I’ll have to drop my bf% to get my abs to show and have cuts? Any help would be greatly appreciated[/QUOTE]
Based on your avi - you arent carrying a ton of fat. I would say 15 or less.
As far as your abs, if you are flexing them in that picture, you probably should try and work harder on them in the gym to improve there muscularity. It looks as though they are lacking and could be more developed. You would really have to cut a lot of fat and get sub 12, probably near 10 to have decent cuts in them with you current build. They will look much better and show at a higher %BF if they were more developed. The should even be slightly showing now at your current BF.
But remember, this is all based on one tiny avi pic.
[QUOTE=johndoethethird;1575002241]6'3" 197lbs in both pics down from 216lbs, looking to lean out so I can go on a 1yr+ lean bulk.
carb depleted and unflexed in pics
What is my bodyfat % and how much more down to go give or take for 10-12% ?[/QUOTE]
You're getting close to 12%. Hard to say exactly as you don't have a ton of muscle (Not to be a dick, just constructive criticism). I would stop cutting today and start your bulk. No need to waste any more time cutting as you won't get much more benefit in the long run other than a slightly shorter cut the next go around
[QUOTE=JCubb12;1575024401]You're getting close to 12%. Hard to say exactly as you don't have a ton of muscle (Not to be a dick, just constructive criticism). I would stop cutting today and start your bulk. No need to waste any more time cutting as you won't get much more benefit in the long run other than a slightly shorter cut the next go around[/QUOTE]
No offense taken, thanks.
[QUOTE=hardyboysare;1574869731]Most find going 10% pointless and I agree. You are lean and look good so it may be time to think about slowly building more muscle. If you gained a small amount of weight a month (something like 1.5-2lbs a month) whilst progressively getting stronger and increasing volume you should build mainly muscle. This may offer the best results.[/QUOTE]
I actually think I was carrying a lot of water weight. I weighed in at 174 last few days rather than 176. I have built a good amount of muscle, so I think it might be ok to keep cutting?
The reason I want to get to a low bf is because it's been a goal of mine. I also want to help motivate others. These pictures will explain (a bf guess on the before would be appreciated ^.^)
imgur (dot) com/a/rVSSKGx
[QUOTE=JCubb12;1575023951]I would say you are in the ball park of 17-20%. [U]This is a very rough estimate though as you have no really good pictures showing your arms or back. [/U][/QUOTE]
Thanks for the response. I had a cheat meal yesterday but will give you a pic of back and arms for a better estimate this coming Sat!
Would appreciate some estimates, just trying to gauge how fkkin long I'm going to have to cut for
like 5'7"-5'8" full manlet and like 165
[url]https://i.imgur.com/BqhjO8a.jpg[/url]
[QUOTE=JCubb12;1575024271]Based on your avi - you arent carrying a ton of fat. I would say 15 or less.
As far as your abs, if you are flexing them in that picture, you probably should try and work harder on them in the gym to improve there muscularity. It looks as though they are lacking and could be more developed. You would really have to cut a lot of fat and get sub 12, probably near 10 to have decent cuts in them with you current build. They will look much better and show at a higher %BF if they were more developed. The should even be slightly showing now at your current BF.
But remember, this is all based on one tiny avi pic.[/QUOTE]thanks I’ve been working real hard on abs for the past couple months but I really neglected them in my first year and a half of lifting
[QUOTE=Ralys;1575029941]Would appreciate some estimates, just trying to gauge how fkkin long I'm going to have to cut for
like 5'7"-5'8" full manlet and like 165
[url]https://i.imgur.com/BqhjO8a.jpg[/url][/QUOTE]
Are those pictures flexed or not? If they are flexed, maybe 14-15. If not, maybe 12-13. Not going to take much of a cut for you at all.
Edit - Flexed I would probably still guess no higher than 14% actually.