What is My Body Fat Percentage? - Post Your Estimate Request Pictures Here - Vol III

I was curious about a update since my last month responses. Have managed to lose a little more. I have updated some pics on my body space. I look forward to some opinions. Thanks in advance.

[QUOTE=hardyboysare;1565837651]I will try and offer some help if possible (I'm sure more experienced individuals will know more might be worth posting on the normal part of the forum), however my science backed knowledge on women body structural form is limited. However body proportion is generally genetic, yes you can add muscle and lose fat however the overview part is dictated by your genes (e.g. wider hip bones with broader shoulder structure would offer a better hourglass look).

So taking that in consideration you seem to have a good base for the so called hour glass figure (good hip structure and from your back picture you can see a clear hourglass outline). As for how much can you get by January, the only thing you can do is lose fat in that time frame to aid in your body image, as to build your shoulder area would require a surplus of calories and to gain weight and you won't build enough mass in that short time frame (maybe 1lb of muscle if very lucky). I'm sure you know you can't spot reduce fat so overall weight loss is the only option in such a short time however you can't dictate where the fat will come off.

I would just focus on a little bit more weight lose to aid in appearance if you feel you have too much, as this will be a more noticeable in your time frame (remember it is best to loss weight at a rate between 1-2lbs per week so possible lose of 8-10lbs if very strict but sensible with your diet and exercise). Other then that I believe you already have a good figure its just a case of working on it how you like.[/QUOTE]

Thank you for your help. I understand the not being able to spot reduce / genetics side of it i'm just looking to improve what i have. I'll go with the weight loss route as i feel i have too much lower back fat. In your opinion what could my current body percentage be? ( just from an outsiders point of view)

[QUOTE=Fat2Fitterr;1565891601]Thank you for your help. I understand the not being able to spot reduce / genetics side of it i'm just looking to improve what i have. I'll go with the weight loss route as i feel i have too much lower back fat. In your opinion what could my current body percentage be? ( just from an outsiders point of view)[/QUOTE]

OK from my viewpoint you are around 25% give or take so it obviously depends how much weight you lose in 8 weeks. If you lose the recommended amount of 1lb a week you will be 8lb lighter (sorry for the stupid maths class just like to explain my thinking) so 115lb (although not all will be fat loss, some lbm will go as will water and glycogen) so that is 6% drop in weight as for fat loss play it safe and say half that so 3%. Higher the loss higher the fat percentage but also more chance of lbm loss which you don't want as that in turn will increase your fat percentage as you will become a smaller version of yourself not a slimmer one.

So about 22% is a realistic marker maybe lower/ higher depends how your body loses weight which noone can tell you. Hope that helps

[QUOTE=pyrohusband;1565863821]I was curious about a update since my last month responses. Have managed to lose a little more. I have updated some pics on my body space. I look forward to some opinions. Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]

You are around the 13% now and look solid. It is only the lower ab area that is not showing which is usual on most men and will most likely only appear around 9-11% and may not be really worth it in the long term. Great arm and shoulder definition you have made fantastic progress.

[QUOTE=hardyboysare;1565895881]OK from my viewpoint you are around 25% give or take so it obviously depends how much weight you lose in 8 weeks. If you lose the recommended amount of 1lb a week you will be 8lb lighter (sorry for the stupid maths class just like to explain my thinking) so 115lb (although not all will be fat loss, some lbm will go as will water and glycogen) so that is 6% drop in weight as for fat loss play it safe and say half that so 3%. Higher the loss higher the fat percentage but also more chance of lbm loss which you don't want as that in turn will increase your fat percentage as you will become a smaller version of yourself not a slimmer one.

So about 22% is a realistic marker maybe lower/ higher depends how your body loses weight which noone can tell you. Hope that helps[/QUOTE]

I appreciate your input; that makes sense. I currently use My Fitness Pal to track everything i eat, however, the scales are not decreasing like they used to. In order for me to get them moving again should i look at reducing my calories by around 150 as i will need continue to be in a calorie deficit? (Not sure if that question will need to be in a different forum i'm pretty new to all this)

[QUOTE=Fat2Fitterr;1565962471]I appreciate your input; that makes sense. I currently use My Fitness Pal to track everything i eat, however, the scales are not decreasing like they used to. In order for me to get them moving again should i look at reducing my calories by around 150 as i will need continue to be in a calorie deficit? (Not sure if that question will need to be in a different forum i'm pretty new to all this)[/QUOTE]

No its fine here as its related to your bf% question its just for more diverse advice from a lot of experienced individuals the main 'losing fat' forum will offer a range of views. However as you have lost weight it is a good chance you need to drop calories if you have not lost weight for 2/3 weeks you will need to drop a couple 100 calories. If your calories are getting too low that it impacts your workout you will need to increase your exercise (remember its advised not to add back calories burnt during exercise). Sometimes weight will plateau for a bit (2 weeks max usually) as this is just your body holding water weight.

5"8 151lbs, photos up on my profile. Caliper says 13% would like an opinion thanks

6 ft 1 195 lb

What do you think my BF % is? Been lean bulking for two months while on fierce 5 and gained 6lbs.

What is my guesstimate of body fat? 5'8 150lbs. Thanks!

Hey guys. Let me know on bodyfat %. Current stats are 6'2, 200. Plan to maintain/slow bulk until mid late spring.

imgur. com /a/ ZnpzlZv

Hey, I'm 5'9" and about 147 lbs.

What body fat percentage am I? I'm fairly new to losing fat, and am trying to have nice abs (10-12% bf) by the end of 2018. Looking at sample pics, I'm guessing I'm anywhere between 13%-15%? Let me know what you guys think! I don't have 50 posts yet, so please check out the gallery pics on my profile! Thanks a lot! One pic is of me without flexing, and the other is me with my abs flexed.

[QUOTE=jc424;1566079341]Hey, I'm 5'9" and about 147 lbs.

What body fat percentage am I? I'm fairly new to losing fat, and am trying to have nice abs (10-12% bf) by the end of 2018. Looking at sample pics, I'm guessing I'm anywhere between 13%-15%? Let me know what you guys think! I don't have 50 posts yet, so please check out the gallery pics on my profile! Thanks a lot! One pic is of me without flexing, and the other is me with my abs flexed.[/QUOTE]

I would say you're probably around 15%, but you have good muscle in the abs so you'll see abs at a higher BF than most people. Good news for you is you'll probably be able to see clear abs around 11-12% instead of 9-10% for most people.

Hi Guys,
im 5,9, 158 lbs.

Been cutting for 3 months. Before(174 lbs) and after pics. What do you estimate my body fat % to be? My plan is to cut down to 13% before lean bulking.

Thanks in advance!

[QUOTE=swsko;1565966781]5"8 151lbs, photos up on my profile. Caliper says 13% would like an opinion thanks[/QUOTE]

Really need to know I'm tired of cutting and would like to put on some muscle now

[QUOTE=swsko;1566118021]Really need to know I'm tired of cutting and would like to put on some muscle now[/QUOTE]

Then just lift heavy and eat healthier, do a recomp. No reason why you cant try and build strength on a cut.

[QUOTE=FreedomPenguin;1566123281]Then just lift heavy and eat healthier, do a recomp. No reason why you cant try and build strength on a cut.[/QUOTE]

Yea already been doing that for 4 months but I feel like I need to bulk now as my lifts got pretty good on a cut and I cant keep adding weight indefinitely,
Bp: 220
S: 220
DL: 240 (only gripping is not allowing me to lift heavier)
OHP: 120

I'm on a cut and I eat healthy problem is a 550cal deficit is starting to show on my strenght and recomp is just a very slow process

[QUOTE=swsko;1565966781]5"8 151lbs, photos up on my profile. Caliper says 13% would like an opinion thanks[/QUOTE]

For one of the few times I agree with the calipers you are close to 13% give or take a percent. Its completely up to you what you do now, you can cut down to reveal abs when relaxed at around 10-11% for top 4 possibly (full visible abs are probably not worth it at your lbm and it can take a long time). Or lean bulk and build up your lbm then try and cut body fat lower on next cut.

[QUOTE=vinsan20;1565978701]6 ft 1 195 lb[/QUOTE]

Around 18% I would have you at some definition around your shoulder and upper arm and starting around the waist as well.

[QUOTE=needgains1024;1566029671]What do you think my BF % is? Been lean bulking for two months while on fierce 5 and gained 6lbs.[/QUOTE]

Around 21-23%.

[QUOTE=FreedomPenguin;1566049141]What is my guesstimate of body fat? 5'8 150lbs. Thanks![/QUOTE]

Around 12% you seem to only hold your fat around your waist the usual. Good overall muscle size.

[QUOTE=goonergooner;1566094501]Hi Guys,
im 5,9, 158 lbs.

Been cutting for 3 months. Before(174 lbs) and after pics. What do you estimate my body fat % to be? My plan is to cut down to 13% before lean bulking.

Thanks in advance![/QUOTE]

16-17% bf would be my guess.

[QUOTE=FreedomPenguin;1566049141]What is my guesstimate of body fat? 5'8 150lbs. Thanks![/QUOTE]

Wow same height and weight yet we have different structure and fat distribution:)

[QUOTE=swsko;1566129491]Wow same height and weight yet we have different structure and fat distribution:)[/QUOTE]

Except you actually have definition and abdominals, I never see mine and I got quoted slightly less body fat. People have been saying I’ve gotten larger in last 11 months steady training 4-5 days a week.

I eat anything:everything. Including stuff like ice cream and such for dates w girls and all that jazz. I just eat to stay satisfied not hungry.

I don’t know if I’m bulking or cutting because I’ve stayed same weight all year. Just getting larger size overall and way stronger.

Benched 265 one rep this week.

Hey guys... Can I get an estimate? I was post # 4630. Thanks

Checking in again with a better pic. 53, 5'10", 158. Trying to get close to 10% bf before starting a lean bulk.

Hey guys, so i was an ex fatty. I know it might be harder to tell but i am really curious in your opinion on how much % i am on right now.

I am 185 cm/6’1 and about 81kg/178lbs.

I plan to continue cutting until i trim all the fat around my body area so i can creat a decent canvas to build on.

Thanks in advance 👏🏻

I have tried everything to cut body fat an build lean calorie-burning muscle.

[QUOTE=gancer15;1566224601]I have tried everything to cut body fat an build lean calorie-burning muscle.[/QUOTE]

I would try to eat less carbs on non-training days & eat more protein & good fat also try to drink green tea and red tea

[QUOTE=philstrong800;1566230291]I would try to eat less carbs on non-training days & eat more protein & good fat also try to drink green tea and red tea[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=gancer15;1566224601]I have tried everything to cut body fat an build lean calorie-burning muscle.[/QUOTE]

If possible please post questions about current bf% and advice from estimates here. All other questions post on the main page or it will clog up the thread.

p.s. any colour teas is not going to cut body fat unless in a calorie deficit :-)

Hi,
So I’m trying to get back in shape again, it’s been awhile. I know that I’m at the higher end, but I want to establish a baseline body fat to work from. I have some photos up on my profile. For reference, I’m 6’1, 235 pounds, and my waist circumference is about 45 inches.

Thanks.

I think fat distribution for females look different from males at those percentages. For example before I had lost weight after my pregnancy I weighed 160 and my height was 5'7 and i think i had 24 bmi and i looked fatter than the image up there showing bmi of 25 percent.

[QUOTE=itsjim1;1566199291]Hey guys, so i was an ex fatty. I know it might be harder to tell but i am really curious in your opinion on how much % i am on right now.

I am 185 cm/6’1 and about 81kg/178lbs.

I plan to continue cutting until i trim all the fat around my body area so i can creat a decent canvas to build on.

Thanks in advance ������������[/QUOTE]

Around 15-16% as your core is coming in well, you are not far off (best range for lean bulking if between 11-15%) really maybe a little bit more weight lose then you can start a lean bulk.

[QUOTE=Spankuh;1566193841]Checking in again with a better pic. 53, 5'10", 158. Trying to get close to 10% bf before starting a lean bulk.[/QUOTE]

About 13%

[QUOTE=aftel23;1566238871]Hi,
So I’m trying to get back in shape again, it’s been awhile. I know that I’m at the higher end, but I want to establish a baseline body fat to work from. I have some photos up on my profile. For reference, I’m 6’1, 235 pounds, and my waist circumference is about 45 inches.

Thanks.[/QUOTE]

Around 30%

[QUOTE=blueripster;1566058481]Hey guys. Let me know on bodyfat %. Current stats are 6'2, 200. Plan to maintain/slow bulk until mid late spring.

imgur. com /a/ ZnpzlZv[/QUOTE]

Around 12-13%

I've been in a 1000 calorie deficit now for the past 5 weeks and according to my "trustworthy" scale I've lost 2% bodyfat.

What bodyfat% would you say i'm currently at?

Thanks for any inputs in advance!

I'm at 180 cm /5'11 and 88kg/195lbs

Thanks a lot

[QUOTE=itsjim1;1566199291]Hey guys, so i was an ex fatty. I know it might be harder to tell but i am really curious in your opinion on how much % i am on right now.

I am 185 cm/6’1 and about 81kg/178lbs.

I plan to continue cutting until i trim all the fat around my body area so i can creat a decent canvas to build on.

Thanks in advance ������������[/QUOTE]
Unfortunately, the lighting, distance, and angles, absolutely and completely suck. The huge amount of hair doesn't help either.

If I had to pick a BF% range, I'd say 18%-23%. I guess 20% would be an OK estimate based on these pictures, but you might look much leaner in more quality photos.

That said, congratulations on your fat loss. :)

Even though I expect some (if not many) to disagree, I'd say based on your height, 77 kg - 84 kg should be your cut - bulk range. I don't know anything about your training, or how long you've been cutting, but it might be good to safely drop to around 77 kg, then maintain that for a while to see how much your lifts progress, and once they stop progressing, go into a 200-300 kcal daily surplus, with proper macros, and proper training, based on info you'll find in the stickies on this forum.

Good luck.

My profile pic was taken this morning after a 5 week cut. I'm going to start lean bulking again now.

34yo
6'1"
155lb

I was hoping to get down to 12%, but I think I'm around 14% - do you agree?

I'm interested to get a better idea of my BF%. I've been cutting for 6months just to get down to a good BF% to start my first bulk.

Current weight 85.5kg / 188.4lbs
Height: 180cm / 5ft 11in

I think I need to cut some more before starting my bulk, but I kind of want to start now (re: I want to start eating calories again!) :)

[QUOTE=willbanyy;1566362701]I'm interested to get a better idea of my BF%. I've been cutting for 6months just to get down to a good BF% to start my first bulk.

Current weight 85.5kg / 188.4lbs
Height: 180cm / 5ft 11in

I think I need to cut some more before starting my bulk, but I kind of want to start now (re: I want to start eating calories again!) :)[/QUOTE]

you still have room to cut, your lower body fat is still there, i think you're 15-16%

[QUOTE=swsko;1566363961]you still have room to cut, your lower body fat is still there, i think you're 15-16%[/QUOTE]

Thanks! I appreciate the input! :)

[QUOTE=Dorich;1566339471]Unfortunately, the lighting, distance, and angles, absolutely and completely suck. The huge amount of hair doesn't help either.

If I had to pick a BF% range, I'd say 18%-23%. I guess 20% would be an OK estimate based on these pictures, but you might look much leaner in more quality photos.

That said, congratulations on your fat loss. :)

Even though I expect some (if not many) to disagree, I'd say based on your height, 77 kg - 84 kg should be your cut - bulk range. I don't know anything about your training, or how long you've been cutting, but it might be good to safely drop to around 77 kg, then maintain that for a while to see how much your lifts progress, and once they stop progressing, go into a 200-300 kcal daily surplus, with proper macros, and proper training, based on info you'll find in the stickies on this forum.

Good luck.[/QUOTE]

Thanks for replying!

Using a goal percentage calculator it tells me in order to achieve about 10% i need to go down to 72kg.

I really want to get rid of my belly pouch and the muffin top before starting the bulk. Would it be ok for me to do so?

Also, good job on you weight loss to you too!

Exdit:I added some (better pics?).

Hi! Can someone please give me an estimate on my body fat %.
I weigh 176 lbs and I am 6 feet tall
I want to say im around 15%
Thank You!

I am relaxed in both of these pics, no flexing

Also, thoughts on lean bulking or cutting?

[QUOTE=willbanyy;1566362701]I'm interested to get a better idea of my BF%. I've been cutting for 6months just to get down to a good BF% to start my first bulk.

Current weight 85.5kg / 188.4lbs
Height: 180cm / 5ft 11in

I think I need to cut some more before starting my bulk, but I kind of want to start now (re: I want to start eating calories again!) :)[/QUOTE]

I would say you are at around 20%. I would still cut at 500 deficit for 2 more months consistently, then lean bulk +200 above maintenance

[QUOTE=Fitlit25;1566378651]Hi! Can someone please give me an estimate on my body fat %.
I weigh 176 lbs and I am 6 feet tall
I want to say im around 15%
Thank You!

I am relaxed in both of these pics, no flexing

Also, thoughts on lean bulking or cutting?[/QUOTE]

Yes you are around 15% I'd say you can maintain and keep lifting as you luck muscle on your chest and shoulders

[QUOTE=itsjim1;1566367821]Thanks for replying!

Using a goal percentage calculator it tells me in order to achieve about 10% i need to go down to 72kg.

I really want to get rid of my belly pouch and the muffin top before starting the bulk. Would it be ok for me to do so?

Also, good job on you weight loss to you too!

Exdit:I added some (better pics?).[/QUOTE]
The pics are better but still not good. You are too close to the camera, and the lighting isn't good. It's preferable for light to be directly above you, and you standing a few feet away from the camera. But regardless, I'd say based on these pics that it's around 18-20% BF.

Forget goal percentage calculators, they can be misleading for various reasons. If you want a solid BF estimate, try the Durnin Womersley caliper method. It is EXTREMELY good, as opposed to Jackson Pollock. The DEXA scan is viewed as the holy grail, but even though it does measure everything, it can still be misleading due to accounting for intramuscular and visceral fat. What you care about is subcutaneous fat, as that's what we estimate when looking at pictures. So what in the fitness community is seen as 10% might show up as 15% in DEXA, due to more visceral and intramuscular fat. For that reason I recommend Durnin Womersley, quality photos, and opinions of experiences people like on this board. It's also a good idea not to be solely focused on numbers, but simply measuring your skinfolds (always with the same calipers) and watching them consistently go down, indicating more and more fat loss.

I don't see a reason for you to drop to 72 kg. I'd say 77 kg is enough, 75 kg if you really want to push it.

And thanks for your compliments on my own weight loss.

[QUOTE=Dorich;1566413381]The pics are better but still not good. You are too close to the camera, and the lighting isn't good. It's preferable for light to be directly above you, and you standing a few feet away from the camera. But regardless, I'd say based on these pics that it's around 18-20% BF.

Forget goal percentage calculators, they can be misleading for various reasons. If you want a solid BF estimate, try the Durnin Womersley caliper method. It is EXTREMELY good, as opposed to Jackson Pollock. The DEXA scan is viewed as the holy grail, but even though it does measure everything, it can still be misleading due to accounting for intramuscular and visceral fat. What you care about is subcutaneous fat, as that's what we estimate when looking at pictures. So what in the fitness community is seen as 10% might show up as 15% in DEXA, due to more visceral and intramuscular fat. For that reason I recommend Durnin Womersley, quality photos, and opinions of experiences people like on this board. It's also a good idea not to be solely focused on numbers, but simply measuring your skinfolds (always with the same calipers) and watching them consistently go down, indicating more and more fat loss.

I don't see a reason for you to drop to 72 kg. I'd say 77 kg is enough, 75 kg if you really want to push it.

And thanks for your compliments on my own weight loss.[/QUOTE]

Ah! I just used that caliper method and it showed about 16%.

Any thoughts on mine?

Hi all from Scotland. First ever post and I’m looking for favours already lol. Returned to lifting a couple of months ago after years away. Stats:
Age 48
Height 5ft 10
Weight 1 October 174
Weight today 163.5
Bf I’m guessing 20 however appreciate your views. Looking to get to 12% before bulking. Am I doing this correctly? TIA latest pics in my profile hopefully lol

[QUOTE=Noble00;1566307131]I've been in a 1000 calorie deficit now for the past 5 weeks and according to my "trustworthy" scale I've lost 2% bodyfat.

What bodyfat% would you say i'm currently at?

Thanks for any inputs in advance!

I'm at 180 cm /5'11 and 88kg/195lbs[/QUOTE]

Bump

[QUOTE=Noble00;1566450141]Bump[/QUOTE]

Around 18%

[QUOTE=hardyboysare;1566478611]Around 18%[/QUOTE]

Thanks for the estimate, mate. I'll try to cut down at least another 4-5% before ending my cut. Cheers.

[QUOTE=swsko;1566405221]Yes you are around 15% I'd say you can maintain and keep lifting as you luck muscle on your chest and shoulders[/QUOTE]

Thank you for your comment! Does anyone else have any opinions?