Body Fat Percentage

[Jo2249]

What is my body fat percentage? Thanks!

[Darkius]

What is my body fat percentage? Thanks!

Just compared to pictures I saw in google searches? Probably 18%.

But I also read that the most accurate test reads 8% of total weight higher than the cheaper more common tests. So who knows which one was used for the pictures online.

A more important question is whether you want to cut, bulk, or maintain, and what calorie difference is best here.

[Jo2249]

Thanks for your reply! I am primarily interested in building muscle, but would like to cut as well unless that is not recommended for my fat percentage.

[LABum]

Hard to tell from pictures alone but if I had to guess I'd say somewhere between 9-12%

[Jo2249]

Thank you for your reply!

[faithbrah]

probably 17-18%, definitely not 9-12%

[Jo2249]

Thanks! So that would mean I could definitely cut.

[air2fakie]

Thanks! So that would mean I could definitely cut.

You look the same whether one says 10%, 20% or 30%... so maybe you shouldn't based it on an arbitrary number.

[Jo2249]

Good point...so based on the pictures without any numbers, how could I go about building muscle and losing any fat that would be healthy to lose?

[air2fakie]

Good point...so based on the pictures without any numbers, how could I go about building muscle and losing any fat that would be healthy to lose?

Just work out under a proper novice program and eat sensibly until you have a base level of muscle and strength.

Don't have the mindset that you're looking to build muscle and lose fat or you'll end up spinning your wheels. And no, it doesn't matter that you're not looking to become a pro bodybuilder. Nor that you're only interested in aesthetics, and not strength.

[Jo2249]

This is helpful...thank you!

[xsquid99]

Thanks! So that would mean I could definitely cut.

Definitely NOT. You don't have anything to cut down to. You need to focus on lifting and building muscle by following a proper strength training program and eating a sufficient amount of protein.

[Jo2249]

Thanks! I guess if I tried to cut without building muscle first my bmi would drop too much. What you said makes sense.

[zakandrews398]

Butter and coconut oil should be enjoyed only in moderationTrusted Source due to their high saturated fat content.

[zakandrews398]

A combination of aerobic and weight training are good for your health. While each type of exercise is good on its own, together they are better at helping you lose weight.