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

Hi everyone, I'm new to the gym and have spent the last month or so losing some weight and learning my way around the exercises before I officially start my long term bulk. I started out skinny fat at ~155 lb/5'6" and have since dropped to 133 as of this week. My goal is to get <13% BF before I start, but I'm unsure where I stand at the moment. I feel like I have a kind of weird feminine fat distribution with a large bulk of my fat going to my thighs and not my upper body which might give a deceptive view of my BF. Here are a few pictures:

[QUOTE=Envoyy;1584579871]Hi everyone, I'm new to the gym and have spent the last month or so losing some weight and learning my way around the exercises before I officially start my long term bulk. I started out skinny fat at ~155 lb/5'6" and have since dropped to 133 as of this week. My goal is to get <13% BF before I start, but I'm unsure where I stand at the moment. I feel like I have a kind of weird feminine fat distribution with a large bulk of my fat going to my thighs and not my upper body which might give a deceptive view of my BF. Here are a few pictures:[/QUOTE]

Like most new lifters you are in need of building muscle. For the fat part, well you don't seem to have that much of it from what I can see... but due to the ratio between fat & muscle you end up around 18%BF or so. Don't go below 15%BF before you add muscle to your frame.

[QUOTE=Tucane;1584578711]Your profile seems to be empty...[/QUOTE]

Sorry mate they should be on there now

[QUOTE=Tucane;1584580741]Like most new lifters you are in need of building muscle. For the fat part, well you don't seem to have that much of it from what I can see... but due to the ratio between fat & muscle you end up around 18%BF or so. Don't go below 15%BF before you add muscle to your frame.[/QUOTE]

I've seen that advice on here often, but my main worry is that I'll have to cut off my bulk short as I'll reach a high BF too soon, even on a lean bulk (I plan on gaining around a pound per week for half a year). If I continue with my plan I'd cut ~10 more pounds of fat which could give me more wiggle room. Am I over worrying here?

Height 6'0", Weight 177lbs

Looking for update bf% on my current photos on my bodyspace dated today.

Bodyfat Estimation please. Pictures in BodySpace

Height - 6'3
Weight - 204 lbs

Could anyone give me a bodyfat percentage, also advice on lean bulking or cutting further?

I have lost around 40lbs in the last 3 years - I am now getting to a point of not knowing if I should continue to work out and cut to reduce body fat - or if I am looking 'skinny fat' and need to lean bulk

Would appreciate any advice


Thanks

Height - 6'2
Weight - 158 lbs

Could anyone give me a bf% estimate? Just wanted to be sure to use a TDEE formula

Thanks in advance! Here's the pic:

[QUOTE=Envoyy;1584581851]I've seen that advice on here often, but my main worry is that I'll have to cut off my bulk short as I'll reach a high BF too soon, even on a lean bulk (I plan on gaining around a pound per week for half a year). If I continue with my plan I'd cut ~10 more pounds of fat which could give me more wiggle room. Am I over worrying here?[/QUOTE]

You shouldn't gain too fast, 1 pound/week is excessive. Aim for ~0.5 pounds/week on average for your lean bulk.

The 10 pounds of weight loss should put you in the 15%BF bracket so that's fine. For 12% it would likely mean another 10 pounds, which would make you severly underweight.

[QUOTE=NorCalAnt;1584600891]Height 6'0", Weight 177lbs

Looking for update bf% on my current photos on my bodyspace dated today.[/QUOTE]

About 19%BF.

[QUOTE=shahzoo;1584605981]Bodyfat Estimation please. Pictures in BodySpace[/QUOTE]

In between 18-19%BF.

[QUOTE=Doorkeys87;1584610571]Height - 6'3
Weight - 204 lbs

Could anyone give me a bodyfat percentage, also advice on lean bulking or cutting further?

I have lost around 40lbs in the last 3 years - I am now getting to a point of not knowing if I should continue to work out and cut to reduce body fat - or if I am looking 'skinny fat' and need to lean bulk

Would appreciate any advice


Thanks[/QUOTE]

About 20%BF. IMO you should lift to progress slightly below maintenance calories and eat higher protein. This translates to slower fat loss with some muscle gains. Put in the hard work in the gym!

[QUOTE=Envoyy;1584581851]I've seen that advice on here often, but my main worry is that I'll have to cut off my bulk short as I'll reach a high BF too soon, even on a lean bulk (I plan on gaining around a pound per week for half a year). If I continue with my plan I'd cut ~10 more pounds of fat which could give me more wiggle room. Am I over worrying here?[/QUOTE]

My view. Yes you are, you need to build more muscle cutting anymore will offer no real benefit other then being 10lbs lighter you will look near enough the same.

If you follow Tucane advice and gain weight slowly then most will be muscle not fat. I would personally forget getting leaner and progress on a proven weight training program and gain some mass.

[QUOTE=Nafilolz;1584612671]Height - 6'2
Weight - 158 lbs

Could anyone give me a bf% estimate? Just wanted to be sure to use a TDEE formula

Thanks in advance! Here's the pic:[/QUOTE]

About 12%BF.

Note that such formulas are estimates, even if you put in your BF% and activity level. I personally get estimates of 500 kcal below IRL TDEE when I've put all my data into any calculator so far.

Trial and error is your best friend:-)

[QUOTE=Tucane;1584629961]About 12%BF.

Note that such formulas are estimates, even if you put in your BF% and activity level. I personally get estimates of 500 kcal below IRL TDEE when I've put all my data into any calculator so far.

Trial and error is your best friend:-)[/QUOTE]

Yeah i figured it out haha, in fact i was supposed to lean bulk at 2500kcal per day, surplus considered. Doing it for a cople of weeks, and my weight is still constantly going down... So i was confused

Looking for body fat estimate please, photos in my gallery

19
6’2
187lbs

Would you advise a bulk or a cut? :)

[QUOTE=steponahenson;1584633001]Looking for body fat estimate please, photos in my gallery

19
6’2
187lbs

Would you advise a bulk or a cut? :)[/QUOTE]

Around 22%BF.

You should consider lifting at maintenance or just slightly below for a period of time to build up strength and muscle. This way you'll lose small amounts of fat while having enough energy to push through in the gym.

Can I get an estimate please. 5'7 142lbs

Doing a lean bulk on 300 kcal surplus

If my last guess was 21% and I lost 7 lbs and now my guess is 19%. Am I losing muscle?

Thank you :)

Hi Guys
I am 5ft 7 inches, 183lbs, and have been going to the gym lifting weights for 9 months. I was wondering based on the 3 attached photographs if you could give me an estimate BF%.
My aim is to cut down to 12% before puttting in a bulk period. Look forward to your response.
Neil

[QUOTE=NorCalAnt;1584668561]If my last guess was 21% and I lost 7 lbs and now my guess is 19%. Am I losing muscle?[/QUOTE]

Nope. 7 lbs is about what I would expect from a 2% drop in BF... waterweight is a factor too. Lifting and eating protein is enough to prevent muscle loss. If you suffer from lack of grip strength, real fatique or lack of sleep, then you need to adjust your ways.

[QUOTE=Subdist;1584689851]Hi Guys
I am 5ft 7 inches, 183lbs, and have been going to the gym lifting weights for 9 months. I was wondering based on the 3 attached photographs if you could give me an estimate BF%.
My aim is to cut down to 12% before puttting in a bulk period. Look forward to your response.
Neil[/QUOTE]

Looks to be around 20%BF. Sounds like a good plan!

[QUOTE=irononlyfriend;1584664071]Can I get an estimate please. 5'7 142lbs

Doing a lean bulk on 300 kcal surplus[/QUOTE]

About 18%BF.

[QUOTE=Tucane;1584690771]About 18%BF.[/QUOTE]

That high? How is that guy above me also 5'7 but 183lbs and you estimated 20%?

c[QUOTE=Tucane;1584690731]Looks to be around 20%BF. Sounds like a good plan![/QUOTE]
Hi Tucane, thanks for that. Any thoughts on daily Kcal i should use based on 183lbs, 5ft 7in and 20%BF. I lift 4 days a week, a 20 min HIIT bar complex once a week and 45 mins bike cardio once a week, with one day of complete rest. Which happens to be today (Hooorraaaa!!!!). Ohhh forgot to mention i want to cut to 12%BF before bulking.
cheers

Neil

Hello guys,
Please estimate my bf percentage: imgur com/a/MgwcmEY (cant post a link yet)

Age: 26
Height: 189 cm
Weight: 111kg

Cant loss any more weight, even though im eating below the calorie deficit. Should i go for bulking? Ive been in cutting period for long time, did some great results (the best was from 120kg to 87 with terrible diet, which turned out bad for my body, 5 y ago). Now im struggling for the past couple years to get below 100kg and 12-14% bf, im swinging in the range of 118-108kg depends on bulking/cut period.

Any tips/suggestions or help would be appreaciated.

[QUOTE=irononlyfriend;1584691331]That high? How is that guy above me also 5'7 but 183lbs and you estimated 20%?[/QUOTE]

It just an estimate... I could very well be dead wrong^^ Do you have a back pic?

Been cutting last 2 weeks ish.

Pics in bodyspace wouldnt mind some opinions please!

5 ft 6 inches. 159lb. Loose skin due to weight loss. (7 stone / 98lb)

[QUOTE=Subdist;1584691361]c
Hi Tucane, thanks for that. Any thoughts on daily Kcal i should use based on 183lbs, 5ft 7in and 20%BF. I lift 4 days a week, a 20 min HIIT bar complex once a week and 45 mins bike cardio once a week, with one day of complete rest. Which happens to be today (Hooorraaaa!!!!). Ohhh forgot to mention i want to cut to 12%BF before bulking.
cheers

Neil[/QUOTE]

Try 2200 kcal with 200g protein and see where it takes you... there is some trial and error involved in getting it right.

[QUOTE=cavab01;1584692161]Hello guys,
Please estimate my bf percentage: imgur com/a/MgwcmEY (cant post a link yet)

Age: 26
Height: 189 cm
Weight: 111kg

Cant loss any more weight, even though im eating below the calorie deficit. Should i go for bulking? Ive been in cutting period for long time, did some great results (the best was from 120kg to 87 with terrible diet, which turned out bad for my body, 5 y ago). Now im struggling for the past couple years to get below 100kg and 12-14% bf, im swinging in the range of 118-108kg depends on bulking/cut period.

Any tips/suggestions or help would be appreaciated.[/QUOTE]

Around 18%BF.

I'd say try harder cutting by more activity rather than going too low on calories... So a bit of both maybe. I assume that's where you went wrong earlier. Determination and patience will do it.

[QUOTE=Liamjp91;1584702851]Been cutting last 2 weeks ish.

Pics in bodyspace wouldnt mind some opinions please!

5 ft 6 inches. 159lb. Loose skin due to weight loss. (7 stone / 98lb)[/QUOTE]

Around 25%BF.

205
6ft
Trying to get to 185 in 3 months
[url]https://imgur.com/a/nSxWsY1[/url]

[QUOTE=Adrenus;1584719781]205
6ft
Trying to get to 185 in 3 months
[url]https://imgur.com/a/nSxWsY1[/url][/QUOTE]

About 22%BF.

[QUOTE=Tucane;1584721721]About 22%BF.[/QUOTE]

That’s exactly what my scale says - 22.2%

how is mine guys? pics in bodyspace.

also wana know whether i'm a mesomorph or endomorph??

I would like to know my BF% in your opinion thanks!

Hi all, I’m 22, 5’10’ and 169 pounds. I’ve recently dropped 44 pounds over 4 months and started lifting for about a month. I am wondering what my bodyfat percentage is at my current weight. And what body fat percentage would I be once I reach my goal of 154 pounds? I plan to get to this weight within 8 weeks and lift 3-4 times a week, I also eat about 200g of protein a day, and eating 1500 calories. Would I be kind lean once I am 154 pounds?

Pictures in bodyspace.

6ft 180lbs. Pic in body pace. Lookin for an estimate. Will post more pics later. Thanks!

[QUOTE=musc1emadness;1584743921]how is mine guys? pics in bodyspace.

also wana know whether i'm a mesomorph or endomorph??[/QUOTE]

You're about 21%BF and neither ****totype, simply a human being that needs to build more muscle^^

[QUOTE=3Bet4bet;1584757611]I would like to know my BF% in your opinion thanks![/QUOTE]

Looks to be about 10%BF.

[QUOTE=Alexander0k;1584758761]Hi all, I’m 22, 5’10’ and 169 pounds. I’ve recently dropped 44 pounds over 4 months and started lifting for about a month. I am wondering what my bodyfat percentage is at my current weight. And what body fat percentage would I be once I reach my goal of 154 pounds? I plan to get to this weight within 8 weeks and lift 3-4 times a week, I also eat about 200g of protein a day, and eating 1500 calories. Would I be kind lean once I am 154 pounds?

Pictures in bodyspace.[/QUOTE]

Around 30%BF.

Since you have been lifting for a month only, you won't be lean at 154 pounds... it will take time to build enough muscle to get that kind of results.

Just, eat protein and lift to progress as much as possible in the gym.

[QUOTE=wooderson08;1584761591]6ft 180lbs. Pic in body pace. Lookin for an estimate. Will post more pics later. Thanks![/QUOTE]

In between 11-12%BF.

Pics in body space

5ft 9inches @ 168lbs
Skinny fat and currently in a cut@ 1650 cals a day.

Please estimate my body fat.

Lost 25lbs in the past few months with a few breaks in between.

Confused if I should

A) continue cutting @ 1650 and continue lifting (workout suck at 1650 a day)
B) Continue cutting @ 1950 a day (workouts are awesome and I’m not as hungry and miserable)
C) eat maintenance (2300 cals) or slightly over maintenance (2450 cals) to build enough muscle to cut to?

What do you think? A, B or C? I would feel more comfortable not having as much fat on my but I can live with this much fat. Not more.

Forgot to mention I really am not comfortable with idea of getting any more skinnier neither do i wish to get any more visible fat. I really wish to look stronger and bigger and not get fatter at the same time...what’s the best approach to reach my goals?

Thank you for your help! This is an awesome forum!

[QUOTE=TryingBB;1584806071]Pics in body space

5ft 9inches @ 168lbs
Skinny fat and currently in a cut@ 1650 cals a day.

Please estimate my body fat.

Lost 25lbs in the past few months with a few breaks in between.

Confused if I should

A) continue cutting @ 1650 and continue lifting (workout suck at 1650 a day)
B) Continue cutting @ 1950 a day (workouts are awesome and I’m not as hungry and miserable)
C) eat maintenance (2300 cals) or slightly over maintenance (2450 cals) to build enough muscle to cut to?

What do you think? A, B or C? I would feel more comfortable not having as much fat on my but I can live with this much fat. Not more.

Forgot to mention I really am not comfortable with idea of getting any more skinnier neither do i wish to get any more visible fat. I really wish to look stronger and bigger and not get fatter at the same time...what’s the best approach to reach my goals?

Thank you for your help! This is an awesome forum![/QUOTE]

Around 24%BF.

I'd advice against anything that make your workouts suck, as those are key to ultimately getting what you want. Progressing in lifts should be priority #1 so around 2000kcal where you can perform while still losing some fat sounds golden. Even if weight loss stalls, make sure to lift at 100% effort and rather up your calories slightly to meet that goal if neccessary.

[QUOTE=Tucane;1584819331]Around 24%BF.

I'd advice against anything that make your workouts suck, as those are key to ultimately getting what you want. Progressing in lifts should be priority #1 so around 2000kcal where you can perform while still losing some fat sounds golden. Even if weight loss stalls, make sure to lift at 100% effort and rather up your calories slightly to meet that goal if neccessary.[/QUOTE]

Thank you for your response. I was hoping the answer would be at or under 20% but was scared it’ll be over 20% at the same time. ������ I must have started this journey at above 30%. I was thinking I was at 28% when I started many months ago. This gives me a clearer path to reach my goals. So thank you!!!

I do have a two questions. Please bear with me.

What really confusing me is the strong recommendation I see everywhere of getting 15% or under body fat before starting to thinking about muscle gain since at high body fat percentages muscle gain/protien synthesis is not optimal.

BUT I also know if I were to get down to 15% body fat at my current muscle mass, I’d be left with almost nothing...I’d be like a twig. Haha

QUESTION 1: So...I should forget about 15% and lower body fat at this point and just lift - correct? (Reason I’m re-asking what you’ve already answered is because I’m worried that eating at 2000 cals and lifting would mean recomp and I see so many sites/people recommend against recomping since it’s not optimal and much slower than cut and bulk...my goal is to change my body/physique in the most optimal way without wasting time)

Just FYI - starting immediately, I will be following your advice of 2000 cals and heavy lifting.

Question 2: I am following Jeremy ethier’s workout A and B. Should I just switch to Fierce 5 or stick with Jeremy’s workouts? It’s off of YouTube. Jeremy’s workout is very similar but it calls for a lot more sets and reps (e.g. he calls for 4x8 on squats and deadlifts VS fierce 5 is 3x5)

Thank you so much for reading through my rants and helping me.

Bodyfat request please 😁

Height - 5ft 11
Weight - 210
Age - 19

Front pose - ibb.co/QnP9X9q
Back pose - ibb.co/0mBM9th

[QUOTE=Dewijenks27;1584828581]Bodyfat request please 😁

Height - 5ft 11
Weight - 210
Age - 19

Front pose - ibb.co/QnP9X9q
Back pose - ibb.co/0mBM9th[/QUOTE]

I’m myself a newbie. You got some awesome gains!!. Wondering how long have you been lifting?

Thanks about 3 years consistent most of that time spent in a surplus 😀

[QUOTE=TryingBB;1584822891]Thank you for your response. I was hoping the answer would be at or under 20% but was scared it’ll be over 20% at the same time. ������ I must have started this journey at above 30%. I was thinking I was at 28% when I started many months ago. This gives me a clearer path to reach my goals. So thank you!!!

I do have a two questions. Please bear with me.

What really confusing me is the strong recommendation I see everywhere of getting 15% or under body fat before starting to thinking about muscle gain since at high body fat percentages muscle gain/protien synthesis is not optimal.

BUT I also know if I were to get down to 15% body fat at my current muscle mass, I’d be left with almost nothing...I’d be like a twig. Haha

QUESTION 1: So...I should forget about 15% and lower body fat at this point and just lift - correct? (Reason I’m re-asking what you’ve already answered is because I’m worried that eating at 2000 cals and lifting would mean recomp and I see so many sites/people recommend against recomping since it’s not optimal and much slower than cut and bulk...my goal is to change my body/physique in the most optimal way without wasting time)

Just FYI - starting immediately, I will be following your advice of 2000 cals and heavy lifting.

Question 2: I am following Jeremy ethier’s workout A and B. Should I just switch to Fierce 5 or stick with Jeremy’s workouts? It’s off of YouTube. Jeremy’s workout is very similar but it calls for a lot more sets and reps (e.g. he calls for 4x8 on squats and deadlifts VS fierce 5 is 3x5)

Thank you so much for reading through my rants and helping me.[/QUOTE]

If 2300 is maintenance (recomp), then 2000 would be a slow cut... which in my opinion would be the best approach given you do have some excess bf and you stated that workouts were great on those calories:-)

I can't imagine that wasting time on not progressing would be of any benefit (like doing a faster cut on low energy) so make sure you do. Wouldn't recommend surplus calories before you need them to progress, otherwise you'd gain fat for no good reason.

As for programs, if you are progressing within your current one, I see no reason to change it. If you feel it's no good, make the change.

Key words: Lifting progress.