[QUOTE=hardyboysare;1591644321]Around 20-22% based on your frontal pic.[/QUOTE]
Thank you kindly!!
[QUOTE=hardyboysare;1591644321]Around 20-22% based on your frontal pic.[/QUOTE]
Thank you kindly!!
Can I have an estimate ?
New pics in gallery.
203 cm, 106 kg (6'8'', 234 lbs)
Pics on progress
Hi, I’m 5ft 8inches and 167lbs average weight. Pics in body space front and side.
I tried to start a bulk after last bodyfat inquiry but felt too bloated so started a cut November 1st or so. I still think I am 20% bodyfat. Don’t see any visual changes unfortunately.
I am getting stronger in my lifts but I feel I still look the same and muscle still looks the same.
What bodyfat do you think I am do you see any muscle improvement in the last 2 or 3 months?
Thanks much bro!! Great help having all this help and feedback!
After about 6 months of dedication, I feel honored to be able to finally post in this thread.
34 years old, 6'2" lost about 50lbs over 6 months, went from obese to normal BMI mainly by intermittent fasting, hardly any lifting or any type of exercise.
What is my estimated body fat %? My goal is to get to 12-14% body fat before I start lifting
Frontals: snipboard.io/k8LMdU.jpg
Side: snipboard.io/4t1ZYl.jpg
Back: snipboard.io/UxlNgp.jpg
Other: snipboard.io/kcd8Gv.jpg
Other2: snipboard.io/W09iBf.jpg
Vacum: snipboard.io/yEY3L9.jpg
Vacum 2: snipboard.io/w9QUWP.jpg
Hoping you guys can give me guestimate on my fat percentage!
Age: 25
Height: 5’10”
Weight: 194lb
***pics are in my gallery***
[QUOTE=pergol;1591703381]Can I have an estimate ?
New pics in gallery.
203 cm, 106 kg (6'8'', 234 lbs)[/QUOTE]
Around 25%
[QUOTE=Kyle1610;1591710251]Pics on progress[/QUOTE]
Hard to tell from the small avi pic but around 13-14% seems about right.
[QUOTE=hardyboysare;1591681291]
I would say near enough 12-13%.[/QUOTE]
Thank you man! I know I’m not supposed to be asking for advice here, but you say I’m lean enough to bulk? I was told 10% is ideal for starting a bulk so that you have a lot of time and leeway before you hit 15% where people who want aesthetics over size should stop bulking. But I’m having trouble getting past this, so I just wonder if you think it’s time I just started lean bulking or keep cutting?b
I'm 19 years old. 6'2 ft and 231 lbs.
I've been lifting for the last 2 years but never paid attention to nutrition. So I have decent sized muscles but the definition sucks when I'm not flexing.
I'm unable to attach pictures coz I dont have 50 posts, so pls check out the picture in my gallery. And pls give me an estimate of what body fat percentage I'm currently at? And how long it will take to get to around 15%?
[QUOTE=TryingBB;1591728361]Hi, I’m 5ft 8inches and 167lbs average weight. Pics in body space front and side.
I tried to start a bulk after last bodyfat inquiry but felt too bloated so started a cut November 1st or so. I still think I am 20% bodyfat. Don’t see any visual changes unfortunately.
I am getting stronger in my lifts but I feel I still look the same and muscle still looks the same.
What bodyfat do you think I am do you see any muscle improvement in the last 2 or 3 months?
Thanks much bro!! Great help having all this help and feedback![/QUOTE]
In the last few months yes there is improvement. Since your last request no.
You are at the stage where you need to pick one path and follow it now. You can't switch between bulk and cut month by month or you will end up spinning your wheels. I know you are conscious that people say you look too small already but unfortunately you will have to accept this if you wish to be leaner.
BF% - Around 20-21%
[QUOTE=irule;1591732791]After about 6 months of dedication, I feel honored to be able to finally post in this thread.
34 years old, 6'2" lost about 50lbs over 6 months, went from obese to normal BMI mainly by intermittent fasting, hardly any lifting or any type of exercise.
What is my estimated body fat %? My goal is to get to 12-14% body fat before I start lifting
Frontals: snipboard.io/k8LMdU.jpg
Side: snipboard.io/4t1ZYl.jpg
Back: snipboard.io/UxlNgp.jpg
Other: snipboard.io/kcd8Gv.jpg
Other2: snipboard.io/W09iBf.jpg
Vacum: snipboard.io/yEY3L9.jpg
Vacum 2: snipboard.io/w9QUWP.jpg[/QUOTE]
Around 18%.
You would need to be in the area of 80-84kg would get you near 12-14%. I would advise weight training.
[QUOTE=JZINO;1591745781]Hoping you guys can give me guestimate on my fat percentage!
Age: 25
Height: 5’10”
Weight: 194lb
***pics are in my gallery***[/QUOTE]
23%
[QUOTE=GhenghisKhan;1591760801]Thank you man! I know I’m not supposed to be asking for advice here, but you say I’m lean enough to bulk? I was told 10% is ideal for starting a bulk so that you have a lot of time and leeway before you hit 15% where people who want aesthetics over size should stop bulking. But I’m having trouble getting past this, so I just wonder if you think it’s time I just started lean bulking or keep cutting?b[/QUOTE]
Yes you are ready to bulk. I personally don't aim to go as low as 10% when I bulk I usually work in the range of around 12-18%. The 10% is for individuals who have enough mass to look good even at 15% just not defined, for the rest of us we need to stretch our optimal muscle growth a bit longer and not be as strict on the cut.
If you aim to gain 1-2lbs only a month this will mainly be muscle providing you are following a decent weight training program.
[QUOTE=newbie006;1591765541]I'm 19 years old. 6'2 ft and 231 lbs.
I've been lifting for the last 2 years but never paid attention to nutrition. So I have decent sized muscles but the definition sucks when I'm not flexing.
I'm unable to attach pictures coz I dont have 50 posts, so pls check out the picture in my gallery. And pls give me an estimate of what body fat percentage I'm currently at? And how long it will take to get to around 15%?[/QUOTE]
Around 25%.
To be in the 15% bracket you are looking at being below 200lbs (around 190-200lbs) how long that will take depends on your caloric deficit.
[QUOTE=hardyboysare;1591770921]23%
Yes you are ready to bulk. I personally don't aim to go as low as 10% when I bulk I usually work in the range of around 12-18%. The 10% is for individuals who have enough mass to look good even at 15% just not defined, for the rest of us we need to stretch our optimal muscle growth a bit longer and not be as strict on the cut.
If you aim to gain 1-2lbs only a month this will mainly be muscle providing you are following a decent weight training program.
.[/QUOTE]
You the best man! Really appreciate it. Lean bulk it is. I’ve just been spinning my wheels for years now and thought getting really lean and doing a really slow bulk will help me get out of this rut. Now I’m off to go on the lean bulk you described. Really good point btw on the people who have enough lean mass to look at 10% I certainly don’t lol.
I've been cutting for a while now. Started fat at 110 kg, cut down to 86 kg without doing any exercise and became skinny fat, then cut down to where I am now, 172 lbs / 78 kg.
I bench 87,5kg x 5, DL 110x5. Haven't begun squatting yet as I do not have a squat rack at my home gym, but will move to a gym with one soon.
Weight: 172 lbs / 78 kg
Height: 6'2 / 188,5 cm
Age: 22
Also, should I bulk or cut?
Pictures:
imgur . com/a/RAg6WXn , remove spaces near the dot. Can't post due to 50 post rule.
[QUOTE=GhenghisKhan;1591798301]You the best man! Really appreciate it. Lean bulk it is. I’ve just been spinning my wheels for years now and thought getting really lean and doing a really slow bulk will help me get out of this rut. Now I’m off to go on the lean bulk you described. Really good point btw on the people who have enough lean mass to look at 10% I certainly don’t lol.[/QUOTE]
Don't worry a lot of people don't including myself. Have been to around 10% and lower before and it does look pretty lean but its mainly just skinny and small not ripped as most people expect (well for me it was). Hoovering below the 20% bracket is perfectly fine (to end the bulk) depending how long you wish to bulk combined with secondary goals such as max strength.
As long as you take your bulk slowly and control your caloric surplus (around 200-400 calories over maintenance TDEE) you will not have to worry too much about excess fat gain, yes some will come and you definition will come less noticeable but that is mainly just water weight.
[QUOTE=Namalessa;1591813311]I've been cutting for a while now. Started fat at 110 kg, cut down to 86 kg without doing any exercise and became skinny fat, then cut down to where I am now, 172 lbs / 78 kg.
I bench 87,5kg x 5, DL 110x5. Haven't begun squatting yet as I do not have a squat rack at my home gym, but will move to a gym with one soon.
Weight: 172 lbs / 78 kg
Height: 6'2 / 188,5 cm
Age: 22
Also, should I bulk or cut?
Pictures:
imgur . com/a/RAg6WXn , remove spaces near the dot. Can't post due to 50 post rule.[/QUOTE]
16%.
Bulk for certain cutting anymore will just make you look skinny not lean. Aim to add around 2lb a month in weight whilst following a decent progressive weight training program.
In my profile Picture
I’m 5’8 155 Lbs
And should I clean bulk or cut
[QUOTE=UserSSO;1591973071]In my profile Picture
I’m 5’8 155 Lbs
And should I clean bulk or cut[/QUOTE]
Bulk no question.
14-15% around about
Height: 6'3
Weight: 225lbs
Age: 20
Both pics are no pump in the morning. Have shoulder and upper chest striations when pumped and flexing hard. Abs are trash bc I never train them like I should.
Been taking training and dieting seriously for about 9 months now. Before I only lifted when I had to for sports and ate like garbage.
[QUOTE=millzy21;1592007571]Height: 6'3
Weight: 225lbs
Age: 20
Both pics are no pump in the morning. Have shoulder and upper chest striations when pumped and flexing hard. Abs are trash bc I never train them like I should.
Been taking training and dieting seriously for about 9 months now. Before I only lifted when I had to for sports and ate like garbage.[/QUOTE]
Around 13-14%
Thread is still alive and thriving. That's nice to see.
I've been training harder than ever before but have not been counting calories at all. I just cut out candy/icecream and junkfood in general and figured that I would be fine. However I weighed myself at 83 kg this morning. Is this just waterweight etc or should I just start cutting again to 78 kg?
180 cm
83 kg
19 years
Also could I get an estimate on the last pic from January. I would like to know what % I was at when I started compared to now. I was 90 kg at the time.
Thanks.
[QUOTE=Noble00;1592037161]Thread is still alive and thriving. That's nice to see.
I've been training harder than ever before but have not been counting calories at all. I just cut out candy/icecream and junkfood in general and figured that I would be fine. However I weighed myself at 83 kg this morning. Is this just waterweight etc or should I just start cutting again to 78 kg?
180 cm
83 kg
19 years
Also could I get an estimate on the last pic from January. I would like to know what % I was at when I started compared to now. I was 90 kg at the time.
Thanks.[/QUOTE]
No you don't need to cut your bf%is around 16-17% based on those pics which seem to have slightly better lighting then your previous estimate here:-
[url]https://forum.bodybuilding.com/showthread.php?t=173620211&p=1588332621#post1588332621[/url]
So a gain of 3kg in 2 months seems pretty OK to me slightly a tad too fast but bulks aren't perfect and most people will add some fat no matter what. Have you been getting stronger and increasing workout volume?
If you are concerned just remove one extra thing from your daily eating schedule if you don't want to count calories that will cause the same effect really (200-300 calories reduction daily). But honestly you don't have much to worry about IMO.
Your beginning fat percentage was around 19-20%.
[QUOTE=hardyboysare;1592090071]No you don't need to cut your bf%is around 16-17% based on those pics which seem to have slightly better lighting then your previous estimate here:-
So a gain of 3kg in 2 months seems pretty OK to me slightly a tad too fast but bulks aren't perfect and most people will add some fat no matter what. Have you been getting stronger and increasing workout volume?
If you are concerned just remove one extra thing from your daily eating schedule if you don't want to count calories that will cause the same effect really (200-300 calories reduction daily). But honestly you don't have much to worry about IMO.
Your beginning fat percentage was around 19-20%.[/QUOTE]
Thanks for always being so helpful. Yeah, my strength has been going up, especially on my benchpress which is why I was a bit worried since that could be an indication that I've gained fat. I think i'm just gonna continue with program if i'm still at 16-17%. Cheers.
18/5’7/163.5lbs
Thought I was 5’8 for several years now...
Curious what my bf % is and if I should begin a bulk or if I should get a little leaner
https :// imgur.com/a/NVBBOd0
[QUOTE=danny287;1592101451]18/5’7/163.5lbs
Thought I was 5’8 for several years now...
Curious what my bf % is and if I should begin a bulk or if I should get a little leaner
https :// imgur.com/a/NVBBOd0[/QUOTE]
I would say around 15-16%. I would think bulking would be the better option as cutting too lean may end making you appear small not lean.
[QUOTE=hardyboysare;1589235551]15-16%.[/QUOTE]
And now how much of bf do you think I have? 1.81m and 79kg. I've lost 4 kg since then
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 150.5 lbs.
Was wondering if I could get a body fat percentage estimate. Was also wondering what people would think of me doing a cut to remove my remaining my stubborn fat, then ultra lean bulking and trying to gain about 0.66 lbs. a week - perhaps until I reach a similar body fat percentage.
[QUOTE=brunogouveia58;1592162911]And now how much of bf do you think I have? 1.81m and 79kg. I've lost 4 kg since then[/QUOTE]
Around 14% maybe a touch less.
[QUOTE=FirmFlesh;1592165261]Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 150.5 lbs.
Was wondering if I could get a body fat percentage estimate. Was also wondering what people would think of me doing a cut to remove my remaining my stubborn fat, then ultra lean bulking and trying to gain about 0.66 lbs. a week - perhaps until I reach a similar body fat percentage.[/QUOTE]
13% around about.
I wouldn't bother it would just make you look small and offer no aid from a visual perspective. I would bulk from here on a decent weight training program.
Hi guys been cutting for 12 weeks now, just wondering an estimate for my current bodyfat, just abit confused how to go about it without being bias.
25
5'85
Currently 175lbs
Picture on the left is under an ab pump, picture on the right is no pump or workout
Thanks in advance.
Hi, What is my body fat percentage? Would this be around 16 percent?
I am 5'5" currently weight at 157 and got a decent amount of muscle, however, I lost a lot of strength in the past few months because I lost a lot of weight.
Hi all, I am too curious on my body fat percentage. I have a progress/updated photo of myself in my profile.
I am currently at 139 lb standing at 5'6. Should I keep cutting (5 weeks now) or lean bulk?
I am also considering doing a 2 week maintenance/2 week deficit to change it up. Suggestions are welcome.
[QUOTE=huynhdat;1592232891]Hi guys been cutting for 12 weeks now, just wondering an estimate for my current bodyfat, just abit confused how to go about it without being bias.
25
5'85
Currently 175lbs
Picture on the left is under an ab pump, picture on the right is no pump or workout
Thanks in advance.[/QUOTE]
15-16%
[QUOTE=NatureProphet;1592287461]Hi, What is my body fat percentage? Would this be around 16 percent?
I am 5'5" currently weight at 157 and got a decent amount of muscle, however, I lost a lot of strength in the past few months because I lost a lot of weight.[/QUOTE]
A lose of 8lbs since you last request so around 19-20%.
[QUOTE=jhoun90;1592293231]Hi all, I am too curious on my body fat percentage. I have a progress/updated photo of myself in my profile.
I am currently at 139 lb standing at 5'6. Should I keep cutting (5 weeks now) or lean bulk?
I am also considering doing a 2 week maintenance/2 week deficit to change it up. Suggestions are welcome.[/QUOTE]
Around 14%. You could go a little lower if you wished probably max to 130lbs. Are you still currently losing weight if so then no need to go back to maintenance IMO. If you are happy with your leanness though you are perfectly fine to start bulking probably gaining around 1-1.5lbs a month would be a decent target.
[QUOTE=hardyboysare;1592299201]
Around 14%. You could go a little lower if you wished probably max to 130lbs. Are you still currently losing weight if so then no need to go back to maintenance IMO. If you are happy with your leanness though you are perfectly fine to start bulking probably gaining around 1-1.5lbs a month would be a decent target.[/QUOTE]
Thanks for the response. My main concern is based on my research. Many had said not to lean bulk unless an individual was less than 15% bf. I will take your 14% and possibly cut down to 135lb.
I'll give this "2 week carb cycle" a try and observe the results.
Hello,
Any helpful suggestions will be appreciated, re fat estimate, body symmetry, muscularity, body type.. I would love to tweak my physique
Current picture in my profile
I am 33 years old female, 171cm (5'7) 70kg (155)
[QUOTE=Quacharo;1592334511]Hello,
Any helpful suggestions will be appreciated, re fat estimate, body symmetry, muscularity, body type.. I would love to tweak my physique
Current picture in my profile
I am 33 years old female, 171cm (5'7) 70kg (155)[/QUOTE]
I have you at 20-21%. You can start to see your core so you are within that bracket.
You are at the great stage to pick whatever direction you wish. If you aren't currently weight training then I recommend it (although you do have good structure so I imagine you are already training).
As for goals what do you want more? More muscle or less fat. You currently have good body shape with feminine curves it depends what your overall target and goal is.
Hi been bulking for 6 weeks and i would like a bodyfat % estimate. Sorry for the quality of the pics
[url]https://m.imgur.com/a/FgYekhl[/url]
Im 5'7 155lbs
Thank you in advance
Have been involved in rugby over the past few years, thus my conditioning/bf has taken a hit. Thinking about cutting for the next few months, wanted to get some advice on my bf %.
5'11
210 pounds
imgur.com/a/nIqmTwR
In on this.
I’m 5’8”, hover around 150#.
Currently do primarily heavy compound lifts, w/ kettlebells and body weight exercises on the occasional off day. Was biking until October and May get back to it through winter.
See avi/ gallery for pics.
Hey folks.
Since my last post in here back at the end of July, I have been on holiday and, of course, put some fat on. 3 weeks in Vietnam with no training and delicious food and since being home I have relaxed little with the diet and now I am feeling horrendous. Having a cold this week hasn't helped things as I ran out of energy quickly when training so just had to do singe body parts on Monday and Tuesday. I am going to try and get some cardio in today, although I am still not feeling 100% with regards to this cold.
I deliberately upped my calories to around or just over maintenance (which is IRO 2300) to try and do a little bulk as we can't be in a deficit forever, however I am not feeling too comfortable with it at the moment.Truth be told, I have been snacking a bit so taken it quite a bit over. :( Had most of last week off the gym as I was learning to surf for 3 days, although I guess that was exercise and being with a cold ain't helping but I need to get back on the better eating.
Most of the veins in my last upload photo are gone. Top 4 abs are still there or there abouts but noticeably fatter, as are the handles and lower back area (I carry it here more than at the front). The annoying thing? My girlfriend prefers me at the minute as she says my face was too thin at around 10%.
Seeing everyone else fat loss photos and progress is inspiring again so keep up the great work. Some great responses from @hardyboysare in here with regards to estimating people's body fat.
I have reluctantly uploaded a latest photo for another estimate if you don't mind and hopefully it will spur me into action again! Perhaps I could just continue to bulk over winter if I can get comfortable with the excess fat and then cut again in the new year?
[QUOTE=Rhandall;1486089411]damn gonna cut till 165 then.[/QUOTE]
Bulk a little then cut. A little more mass would make you look leaner when you cut.
[QUOTE=GeofGolden;1592423051]Hi been bulking for 6 weeks and i would like a bodyfat % estimate. Sorry for the quality of the pics
[url]https://m.imgur.com/a/FgYekhl[/url]
Im 5'7 155lbs
Thank you in advance[/QUOTE]
A gain of 2lbs since your last request so I would put you at 18%
[QUOTE=tleb96;1592431541]Have been involved in rugby over the past few years, thus my conditioning/bf has taken a hit. Thinking about cutting for the next few months, wanted to get some advice on my bf %.
5'11
210 pounds
imgur.com/a/nIqmTwR[/QUOTE]
Around 24%.
[QUOTE=Kylehero;1592431791]In on this.
I’m 5’8”, hover around 150#.
Currently do primarily heavy compound lifts, w/ kettlebells and body weight exercises on the occasional off day. Was biking until October and May get back to it through winter.
See avi/ gallery for pics.[/QUOTE]
Around 9% maybe a touch lower.
[QUOTE=gazmorton2000;1592434141]Hey folks.
Since my last post in here back at the end of July, I have been on holiday and, of course, put some fat on. 3 weeks in Vietnam with no training and delicious food and since being home I have relaxed little with the diet and now I am feeling horrendous. Having a cold this week hasn't helped things as I ran out of energy quickly when training so just had to do singe body parts on Monday and Tuesday. I am going to try and get some cardio in today, although I am still not feeling 100% with regards to this cold.
I deliberately upped my calories to around or just over maintenance (which is IRO 2300) to try and do a little bulk as we can't be in a deficit forever, however I am not feeling too comfortable with it at the moment.Truth be told, I have been snacking a bit so taken it quite a bit over. :( Had most of last week off the gym as I was learning to surf for 3 days, although I guess that was exercise and being with a cold ain't helping but I need to get back on the better eating.
Most of the veins in my last upload photo are gone. Top 4 abs are still there or there abouts but noticeably fatter, as are the handles and lower back area (I carry it here more than at the front). The annoying thing? My girlfriend prefers me at the minute as she says my face was too thin at around 10%.
Seeing everyone else fat loss photos and progress is inspiring again so keep up the great work. Some great responses from @hardyboysare in here with regards to estimating people's body fat.
I have reluctantly uploaded a latest photo for another estimate if you don't mind and hopefully it will spur me into action again! Perhaps I could just continue to bulk over winter if I can get comfortable with the excess fat and then cut again in the new year?[/QUOTE]
Around 13% maybe a little bit lower. Your gf is correct you look better as you look bigger when you compare the pics but of course the decision is yours.
I see no need to cut just take weight gain slower at a rate of around 1-2lbs a month. A good portion of the weight gain you have added will probably be water weight and lack of muscle stimulus from not training for 3 weeks (the tone look, but not muscle loss).
AGE: 24
WEIGHT: 180
HEIGHT: 5'9"
Pics attached but aren't the greatest.
Let me know your numbers. My guess is I'm around 14%!
[QUOTE=tylerjunior;1592448321]AGE: 24
WEIGHT: 180
HEIGHT: 5'9"
Pics attached but aren't the greatest.
Let me know your numbers. My guess is I'm around 14%![/QUOTE]
I have you a bit higher at around 16%.
I'm 5'7", 170lbs
Not the greatest pics, also I have a bit of loose skin (used to weigh 304 at my worst) curious what % you guys would estimate I'm at.
Yes, I work out in a disgusting, unfinished basement filled with my son's toys. Sometimes I even listen to baby shark while lifting.
[QUOTE=hardyboysare;1592463521]I have you a bit higher at around 16%.[/QUOTE]
oof, I was hoping I was a lil more leaner than that lol. thanks for the reply.
[QUOTE=spilinga;1592482151]I'm 5'7", 170lbs
Not the greatest pics, also I have a bit of loose skin (used to weigh 304 at my worst) curious what % you guys would estimate I'm at.
Yes, I work out in a disgusting, unfinished basement filled with my son's toys. Sometimes I even listen to baby shark while lifting.[/QUOTE]
baby shark, lmao.. impressive quads dude.
Been on a slow bulk on/off over the last 12 months. I went from 170lb to 183lb @ 6ft 1.5in. How do you think my bf% has changed? And would you bulk or cut now? Thanks
[QUOTE=hardyboysare;1592444751]Around 13% maybe a little bit lower. Your gf is correct you look better as you look bigger when you compare the pics but of course the decision is yours.
I see no need to cut just take weight gain slower at a rate of around 1-2lbs a month. A good portion of the weight gain you have added will probably be water weight and lack of muscle stimulus from not training for 3 weeks (the tone look, but not muscle loss).[/QUOTE]
Appreciated, thank you for taking the time and the positive words.
So I have been working out for a few months consistently now, I started around 210 lbs I'm currently sitting at 194. I have been eating healthy in a small caloric deficit and have no idea what my bf% is so I would greatly value your opinions.
Weight: 194 Lbs
Height: 6 foot