Can a fat person be considered fit and healthy to?
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Can a fat person be considered fit and healthy to?
A: The short answer is yes — it is possible to be fit and overweight, even obese. Those with a BMI below 25 are considered normal and healthy, while a BMI between 25 and 30 is defined as overweight. The problem is, BMI doesn’t tell the whole story about someone’s health.
Can you live with 5 body fat?
Percent Body Fat Ranges For women it is important to not go any lower than 10 to 13 percent body fat and men should go no lower than 2 to 5 percent body fat, according to the American Council on Exercise. Higher than this is considered the average category which is still an acceptable amount of fat.
Can You Be ‘Fat and fit’ and still be healthy?
The idea that someone can be “fat and fit” — that is, overweight but still healthy — has been around for some time. But don’t be fooled. “The latest science is quite clear that excess weight can carry considerable health risks, including a higher risk for heart attack and stroke,” says Dr. Jorge Plutzky, director of preventive cardiology
What is my ideal body weight at 133 lbs?
Marc Perry Jan 22, 2012 – 13:38#. @Rachel – There is a specific formula for arriving at your “ideal body weight” which is based on your desired body fat percentage. The article is right here: Ideal Body Weight Formula. If you have 26\% body fat at 133lb, you have 35lb of fat and 98lb of LBM.
What is the ideal body fat percentage for a woman?
Marc PerryFeb 05, 2012 – 11:59#. @Joelle – That’s up to you. There really is no “ideal” body fat percentage, because it depends on what works for your body and how you look and feel. Anywhere around 20\% would be considered healthy and lean for a women your age. 14\% is considered very lean for a women.
What are the 3 ways fat is stored in the body?
Fat cells can be stored in three ways: essential, subcutaneous, or visceral fat. Essential fat is necessary for a healthy, functional body. Subcutaneous fat makes up most of our bodily fat and is found under the skin. This is the body’s method of storing energy for later use.