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Thanks for the photo. I do have a picture, not sure how to attach it though. I'm actually going to be competing as Figure this spring for the first time. I still have to tighten up a bit. I'm not as tight as the competitor on the far left showing 10% body fat, but if my Hydrostatic test results are accurate, I should be…
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Hmmm, I got my info from the Hydrostatic body fat testing company. It was on their print out.
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Haha, the moderator edits was due to me saying that if anyone has any questions, they can DM me and I gave out my Instagram. Didn't know you can't do that.
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I just got my body fat tested via Hydrostatic method, which is the most accurate way to get your body fat percentage tested, and its indeed 9.9% . I was surprised too!
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Maybe for bikini competitors, the desired body fat should be 14-15%, but for Figure competitors the percentage should be around 6%. And to correct you, the Essential rating for women in her 30s is 7.3%, and 5.4% in her 20s. The Athletic rating for a woman in her 30s is 13-17% and 10-16% body fat for women in their 20s.…
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Good question! I guess it depends on what your goals are. I'm currently in a cutting phase, so no carbs for me pre-workout. But I do make sure to eat a protein meal/snack at least 1.5 to 2 hours prior to working out. I like to have protein and some fats in that small meal. And since my body is used to eating every 2 to 3…
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Yes! This is good advice! If your new to weightlifting, then give yourself at least 3+ months to increase your strength and endurance. Listen to your body and eat the amount that feels right. Focus on eating plenty of protein-rich and fibrous foods, and don't leave out the quality fats. I'd say don't focus too much on…
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Some reassurance for you guys.... (or shall I say girls/ladies?!!) It's totally possible to gain weight, mostly in muscle and reduce your body fat at the same time. I know because that's what I did. I'm 5'4" and 2 years ago I weighed only 118 and had a body fat percentage of 19%. I was working out 2 to 3 times a week, but…
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If you want gains, getting in enough of the right nutrients at the right time is important, but as many has mentioned, a lot of it has to do with your weight lifting routine. If your a beginner at stregth/weight training, you first should focus on improving strength and endurance, then as a result of going heavier, muscle…
