Body fat
Body Fat Calculator
Estimate body fat % with a tape measure using the US Navy method.
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Body fat for abs calculator
Abs show when there's little enough fat over them. Enter your weight and body fat estimate to see the weight where abs typically start to show and where a sharp six pack usually appears, assuming you keep your muscle.
Results
- Abs start to show
- ~11% body fat
- About 166 lb at your current muscle mass
- Clearly defined six pack
- ~9% body fat
- About 162 lb
- Fat to lose for visible abs
- 14.2 lb
Assumes you keep your current lean mass. Thresholds vary with genetics and muscle size; treat them as ballpark ranges.
How to use it
- Get a body fat estimate (use the body fat calculator if you don't have one).
- Enter your sex, weight and body fat.
- Use the target weight as a guide, then judge by the mirror and photos.
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FAQ
Why do some people see abs at higher body fat?
Thicker, more developed ab muscles and favorable fat distribution let some people show abs a few points higher than average.
Should I just aim for a goal weight?
Use it as a waypoint. Muscle gained or lost changes the right number, so photos and waist measurements are better guides near the end.
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