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

[Tucane]

I am curious what my current Bf% is. The photo on the left is mid way through my cut the photo on the right is where i am now. I went from weighing 190lbs to 158lbs, From November 2018 to April/May 2019. With the help of all the stickies and really just counting and weighing out all my food I saw great results.

Before ~21%BF

After ~13%BF

[Tucane]

5ft 9 146lbs. I have an unflexed and flexed picture. The back picture is at a slightly higher weight of 148lbs but it shows where i store most of my fat at least (my back hips). Thinking of slow bulking for a long time to increase my muscle mass. Ideally wanted to get to 10% bodyfat but i may not have enough muscle for this yet as i suspect my body fat isn't anywhere near there yet.

Looks about 15%BF overall with uneven fat distribution... common problem areas though.

[Tucane]

Hey just looking a bit of advice I had posted a picture here recently and was given some great advice which I really appreciated. I was told would be best to eat a surplus to try and put some lean muscle mass on and to have a look at fierce 5 workout which I have started which I find great. I'm 5 10 and weigh about 167 lbs I have been eating at around 2500 cals a day and my lifts have been progressing nicely I'm feeling stronger which is great only concern is that I'm starting to see more veins appear in my stomach area which where not there before is this a sign of further weight loss and may mean increase in calories? I thought 2500 would be quite high for myy height and weight. Any imput wourld be greatly appreciated thanks ������

IMO 2.5k isn't that high for your stats, that's beside my point though.

Could be that your body hasn't caught up yet, a chronic deficit is like a gap to fill, which takes some time... Could also be due to low calories as you said.

I'd keep it up until you stop progressing in lifts or when you get to the point where you think you start looking worse... then I'd add calories.

A pic would help as always:-)

[adama365]

Thanks for the reply I think it was you who gave me the advice last time lol ur a lifesaver bro really grateful. I have been eating 2500 for about a 2 weeks now initially to work out my maintenance but defo havnt felt and set backs I'm increasing weight so that's been great on that side of things lol a few people have said I've put on a bit of muscle not alot but enough for them to notice lol I'll post a new pic in my profile now mate dont know how to post one irn comment lol thanks again man

[Tucane]

Thanks for the reply I think it was you who gave me the advice last time lol ur a lifesaver bro really grateful. I have been eating 2500 for about a 2 weeks now initially to work out my maintenance but defo havnt felt and set backs I'm increasing weight so that's been great on that side of things lol a few people have said I've put on a bit of muscle not alot but enough for them to notice lol I'll post a new pic in my profile now mate dont know how to post one irn comment lol thanks again man

Might be vascularity due to blood flow (carbs), also you do look as lean as before. Weight increase is a positive thing in terms of energy balance, seems to be in the right places too. I'd say you're doing good, so keep it up!

[MedicalAuthor]

You will probably have to go a little lower then 155lbs to be 12% just because of the water weight and glycogen loss so around another 10lbs at 152 would have you pretty much there and most likely based on the size of your core which is noticeable already relaxed I think top 4 abs will be quite solid (maybe not popping but certainly clearly noticeable).

You do have the mass/ look to go lower if you wish IMHO so yes aiming for around 12% at 150-155lb bracket would have you looking lean whilst maintaining good size. Then on the slow long lean bulk train to add even more mass.

I little update, been still losing steadily. 157 now. Updated pics in bodyspace. I think I'm going to do two more weeks of straight cutting and then go up 250 cals/day per week until I reach a 0.5 pound gain, so I guess I may lose another 2-3 pounds before I hit maintenance.

I think I can get even leaner but kind of getting the itch to bulk and I'm pretty much in the best shape of my life so eager to try and get some mass going. Do you think aiming for 0.5 lbs per week is good for a clean bulk? My goal is to minimize fat gain.

Thanks!

[SandosAppiesBud]

Thanks man, I think I’ll try and cut down to 10% before my race. Then start a slow clean bulk for the next 5/8 months.

Before ~21%BF

After ~13%BF

[Tucane]

I little update, been still losing steadily. 157 now. Updated pics in bodyspace. I think I'm going to do two more weeks of straight cutting and then go up 250 cals/day per week until I reach a 0.5 pound gain, so I guess I may lose another 2-3 pounds before I hit maintenance.

I think I can get even leaner but kind of getting the itch to bulk and I'm pretty much in the best shape of my life so eager to try and get some mass going. Do you think aiming for 0.5 lbs per week is good for a clean bulk? My goal is to minimize fat gain.

Thanks!

That's 12%BF spot on. You did manage to hit it at a higher target weight than estimated^^

I'd say try to aim for even less in terms of actual weight gain, but 1-2 lbs/month is fine. Initially, when you raise calories to maintenance some glycogen and bodily water is restored, so you might gain a few pounds quickly. If it happens, accept it for what it is.

Lifting progress on the other hand, that's where you put the emphasis in gaining. Intesity and maximum effort. Don't add calories above maintenance before you stall in lifts.

[Clydesdale1991]

Will rep for good replies

Please estimate my two friends bodyfat %
These are flexed
Also, please tell me what bf % could they get down to in 5 weeks with hard work.


Thank you


Friend 1

Spoiler!

Friend 2

Spoiler!

[MedicalAuthor]

That's 12%BF spot on. You did manage to hit it at a higher target weight than estimated^^

I'd say try to aim for even less in terms of actual weight gain, but 1-2 lbs/month is fine. Initially, when you raise calories to maintenance some glycogen and bodily water is restored, so you might gain a few pounds quickly. If it happens, accept it for what it is.

Lifting progress on the other hand, that's where you put the emphasis in gaining. Intesity and maximum effort. Don't add calories above maintenance before you stall in lifts.

Thanks! I plan to do one of the Fierce 5 routines. So you think I should do that for a few weeks at maintenance? I'll plan to start the program the week I get to maintenance and then see what happens.

[Tucane]

Thanks! I plan to do one of the Fierce 5 routines. So you think I should do that for a few weeks at maintenance? I'll plan to start the program the week I get to maintenance and then see what happens.

Yes, actually for as long as you can progress at your preferred rate @ maintenance... as you want to minimize fat gain.

[Tucane]

Will rep for good replies

Please estimate my two friends bodyfat %
These are flexed
Also, please tell me what bf % could they get down to in 5 weeks with hard work.


Thank you


Friend 1

Spoiler!

Friend 2

Spoiler!

F1 is about 16%BF

F2 is about 16%BF

They carry their fat differently though. F2 has a leaner back, while F1 seems to have better belt area genetics. Both of them could maybe reach 12-13%BF in 5 weeks with a steep deficit and hard work, without resorting to extremes.

[climbrunlift]

I'm guessing 18%, what you guys think? Reps for estimates.

[willaby]

Thank you for the feedback! I did fear I was around 15! Looks like I would have a lot of weight to lose if I want to get to 10%

[hamo685]

Lost 10 lbs so far.



Left picture is 7 weeks ago. Right picture is current.


Would appreciate estimates for both pictures


Thanks in advance!

[Tucane]

I'm guessing 18%, what you guys think? Reps for estimates.

Close to... Your ab region, arms and back suggests you're slightly lower, but you might carry more in your legs, like women often do.

I'd say 17%BF.

[Tucane]

Thank you for the feedback! I did fear I was around 15! Looks like I would have a lot of weight to lose if I want to get to 10%

The positive is that smaller changes in composition become more and more apparent from now on... this is where the fun starts:-)

[Tucane]

Lost 10 lbs so far.



Left picture is 7 weeks ago. Right picture is current.


Would appreciate estimates for both pictures


Thanks in advance!

From ~26%BF to ~21%BF.

[JohnyW]

Could I get an estimation on my BF %? I uploaded two pictures in my gallery as I can not post them here yet. 185 lbs at 6"2.

Thanks in advance!

[Tucane]

Could I get an estimation on my BF %? I uploaded two pictures in my gallery as I can not post them here yet. 185 lbs at 6"2.

Thanks in advance!

In around 16%BF.

[JohnyW]

In around 16%BF.

Thanks! Repped!

[Bertyboi]

Hi Guys,

Can someone give me an estimate of BF%, my stats are:- 23 Years old @ 5 foot 8 inches tall at 151lbs.

Thanks in advance, will rep for replies

[Strach2k]

Hi
Can someone please estimate my body fat % i was 278lbs in Jan started running and now have been doing to the gym and weight training but am 245lbs I am 6 ft 2.8 " and as I've said 245 I'm 34 years old and go to the gym 3 x a week just started on fierce 5.... My pics are on my body space as don't have enough posts thanks guys

[Tucane]

Hi Guys,

Can someone give me an estimate of BF%, my stats are:- 23 Years old @ 5 foot 8 inches tall at 151lbs.

Thanks in advance, will rep for replies

Since the pic is a bit blurry it might hide some definition.

Still it's safe to say you are 16-17%BF.

[Tucane]

Hi
Can someone please estimate my body fat % i was 278lbs in Jan started running and now have been doing to the gym and weight training but am 245lbs I am 6 ft 2.8 " and as I've said 245 I'm 34 years old and go to the gym 3 x a week just started on fierce 5.... My pics are on my body space as don't have enough posts thanks guys

Grear that you got started and good choice for a lifting program!

Around 35%BF.

[rike77]

Pls estimate my body fat percentage
imgur.com/KlBikqv
Age - 20
Ht. - 5.7
Wt. - 65 kg
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[Tucane]

Pls estimate my body fat percentage
imgur.com/KlBikqv
Age - 20
Ht. - 5.7
Wt. - 65 kg
Thanks in advance ������������

Looks about 12-13%BF.

[filip1mac]

Whats my body fat %
Age:18
Height: 182 cm
WT 85 Kg
imgur.com/a/mV11YDg

[Tucane]

Whats my body fat %
Age:18
Height: 182 cm
WT 85 Kg
imgur.com/a/mV11YDg

About 28%BF.

[lasttiger]

6'2",32 years, and 194 lbs in these pics what's my bodyfat percentage and should I cut or bulk? Thanks.