Is this body fat healthy?
Ugh, alright well I'm 5'6.5 and 123 pounds. I just did this internet test to find body fat percentage based on measurements and stuff. This was my result: http://www.healthcentral.com/cholesterol/home-body-fat-test-2774-143.html It said I have 18.6 % body fat! Is that healthy? I mean I thought I was kinda athletic.. what do you think? I know this question is asked a lot but.. thank you. Oh yeah I'm 14. As of 2 days ago! haha!
Public Comments
- 18% is awesome for a woman. fitness competitors usually come in around 11% for a show. if you are truly close to 18% you should have a decent 6-pack
- Tests online arent completely accurate. Though that IS a very healthy body fat to be at (just like the other answerer stated), its just like the BMI test--partially accurate. It is a very close guess but depending on your body type, its not very accurate. I too am very, very athletic and it says I have a 19% bf. I am very lean and dont have quite THAT much bf though I do have the typical womanly curves. To get a more accurate result, go to a doctor and get it done.
