Body Fat % Estimate thread PTII (post here only)

[dmcal97]

I'm 5'11 around 144 pounds. My scale says I'm around 9% bf. Is this accurate? I would post a pic if someone told me how. I'm kinda new to this site...

When you hit reply, go to "advanced". Then click attachments and manage attachments or w.e it says. Then you can browse your computer for a picture. What I did was email a pic to myself on my iphone, (since i had no pics on my computer), then go to my email on computer and save the image. But to answer your other question, your scale probably isn't accurate; my scale says i'm 8% body fat when i'm actually around 10%

[dmcal97]

5'11'' about 160 guessing I'm around 16% maybe lower I want to cut to 10-12% range how long do you think that will take?

i think if you cut down to 145 lbs you would be around where you want to be. assuming you did everything right (lift consistently, track macros, etc)

[bstarkfitness]

5'11'' about 160 guessing I'm around 16% maybe lower I want to cut to 10-12% range how long do you think that will take?

Why do you want to know your body fat percentage? You're very skinny, you need to eat a lot first and then worry about body fat )

[b3jh24]

5'4~5'5/146lbs/20 yo

I'm not sure where I am, I'm thinking ~12%, but I had someone who is a PT tell me ~8% (I don't believe him, but nonetheless, he said it).

Sorry if the picture isn't at a good angle (I'm slightly turned)

EDIT: For some reason, the damn thing keeps posting upside down.

[thedankherber]

Can I please get some opinion on what body fat percentage I am based on appearance. Trying to verify the accuracy of my calipers and I think my personal judgement is clouded. I'm 6'6" 257lbs.

21ish?

[jenifergymneed]

My fat rate is about 20%.

[Tucane]

5'11'' about 160 guessing I'm around 16% maybe lower I want to cut to 10-12% range how long do you think that will take?

Yes, 15-16%BF. It will take some time and effort, depending on your caloric deficit.

[Tucane]

5'4~5'5/146lbs/20 yo

I'm not sure where I am, I'm thinking ~12%, but I had someone who is a PT tell me ~8% (I don't believe him, but nonetheless, he said it).

Sorry if the picture isn't at a good angle (I'm slightly turned)

EDIT: For some reason, the damn thing keeps posting upside down.

You're in the single digits. I'd say 9 - 9,5% BF.

PT's tend to lie/underestimate slightly, mostly because likeability can be converted into cash.

[Insilicio]

Quite lean, somewhere around 15%BF

Damn. Was hoping to be around 12% by now...

[mmoss11]

Yes, 15-16%BF. It will take some time and effort, depending on your caloric deficit.

Do you recommend keto? Ever since I got to college I've cut all my bad habits and that helped me go from ~20%+ to where I am now I've been do ing keto for a week and a half I just don't know the practicality of it being at college. If i'm getting a deficit on a low carb but not exactly keto does it matter?

[Tucane]

Do you recommend keto? Ever since I got to college I've cut all my bad habits and that helped me go from ~20%+ to where I am now I've been do ing keto for a week and a half I just don't know the practicality of it being at college. If i'm getting a deficit on a low carb but not exactly keto does it matter?

I don't recommend keto or in any way complicating your diet unless you really want to. Being in a deficit gets the job done no matter.

I recommend working up your TDEE, eating to fuel workouts and raise activity, that's some powerful ****!

[Patrick999]

Yeah 25-26% tops though. Keep it up:-)

Thanks man!

I want to get to 15% really before I start to bulk. How long do you think that would take?

I wanted to start my bulk in Jan. I have a desk job, just workout at lunch or before work.

[Tucane]

Thanks man!

I want to get to 15% really before I start to bulk. How long do you think that would take?

I wanted to start my bulk in Jan. I have a desk job, just workout at lunch or before work.

Endpoints target[time/weight] are close to impossible to estimate, too many unknown factors. I'd guess you could do it in 3-4 months give or take some.

[b3jh24]

You're in the single digits. I'd say 9 - 9,5% BF.

PT's tend to lie/underestimate slightly, mostly because likeability can be converted into cash.

Awesome, glad to hear that.

[MikaelJC]

5'7'' 172 lbs - Also, any suggestions to improve my physique, like muscle groups I should extra attention to.

I've also attached a photo of from the start of the y ear. Do you think I've made okay progress for 11 months? Sometimes I feel like I could have done more.

[ybbb]

I'm 5'10" 140 pounds. Recently started regularly lifting again. What do you guys reckon my BF% is? Thanks!
Flexing my abs in these pics. Sorry for the potato angles.

[Tucane]

5'7'' 172 lbs - Also, any suggestions to improve my physique, like muscle groups I should extra attention to.

I've also attached a photo of from the start of the y ear. Do you think I've made okay progress for 11 months? Sometimes I feel like I could have done more.

That is good progress! It's a common way to feel though. You could work more on your chest and arms.

Bodyfat is around 12-13%.

[Tucane]

I'm 5'10" 140 pounds. Recently started regularly lifting again. What do you guys reckon my BF% is? Thanks!
Flexing my abs in these pics. Sorry for the potato angles.

That's lean, somewhere in the range 8-9% BF.

[KCMann]

6' 170lbs would like to keep bulking but not sure.

http://imagecdn.bodybuilding.com/pro...3d63-610xh.jpg

http://imagecdn.bodybuilding.com/pro...f1c3-610xh.jpg

[ybbb]

That's lean, somewhere in the range 8-9% BF.

Thanks! Thats a pleasant surprise! I wasn't expecting anything less than 12%! Guess it's time to lean bulk.

[nerpus]

Can anyone give me a body fat estimation? 6'0 193 lbs

[Tucane]

6' 170lbs would like to keep bulking but not sure.

http://imagecdn.bodybuilding.com/pro...3d63-610xh.jpg

http://imagecdn.bodybuilding.com/pro...f1c3-610xh.jpg

Keep bulking if you wish, being 17%-ish BF shouldn't be a hindrance.

[Tucane]

Can anyone give me a body fat estimation? 6'0 193 lbs

Great shape! About 7.5%BF from the looks of it.

[nerpus]

Great shape! About 7.5%BF from the looks of it.

Thanks for the estimate, repped.

[bobby55]

Can i get BF % estimate, and advice on weather to cut/bulk?

142lb 5'6"

[Sbarei488]

What do you think I am? I am 5'11 at 144 pounds . I would attach a photo if you taught me how.

[Tucane]

Can i get BF % estimate, and advice on weather to cut/bulk?

142lb 5'6"

I'd say 16-18% BF. You could cut some, but I have to say you're already pretty lightweight. I'd recommend lifting slightly above maintenance for a while, try to progress in lifts.

[pc124]

Bod Pod last week said I was 12% BF. I honestly didn't believe it. I'm 5'11 and 183. Is this accurate? I feel like I have a lot of fat around my love handles and lower stomach. Am I being too critical of myself? Should I bulk or keep cutting?

[Tucane]

Bod Pod last week said I was 12% BF. I honestly didn't believe it. I'm 5'11 and 183. Is this accurate? I feel like I have a lot of fat around my love handles and lower stomach. Am I being too critical of myself? Should I bulk or keep cutting?

You look to be above 12% BF, not by alot though. Did your BP-test say anything about your waterweight? That's a real factor when it comes to looks and abs in particular, as water tends to float around there.

Anyways, i'd say ≈15%BF based on the pics.

Cut some more if you want to, otherwise feel free to do as your heart desires.

[nerpus]

Bod Pod last week said I was 12% BF. I honestly didn't believe it. I'm 5'11 and 183. Is this accurate? I feel like I have a lot of fat around my love handles and lower stomach. Am I being too critical of myself? Should I bulk or keep cutting?

Bodpod cannot measure visceral fat so it's an unreliable indicator