It's been ages since I calculated my body fat percentage. I started P90X this week so as part of the BEFORE stage I figured out what mine was. I also found some great information on the subject from HERE.
Your body fat percentage is simply what portion of your body is made up of fat. A certain amount of fat is NECESSARY!! It helps with body function, insulates & cushions organs and tissues. And it's the body's main storage of energy. It's IMPORTANT to know what your body fat percentage is so you know a REALISTIC weight loss/gain.
| AGE (Years) | HEALTHY RANGE OF BODY FAT FOR FEMALES | HEALTHY RANGE OF BODY FAT FOR MALES |
| 18 - 39 | 21 - 33% | 8 - 20% |
| 40 - 59 | 23 - 34% | 11 - 22% |
| 60 - 79 | 24 - 36% | 13 - 25% |
Have you taken the time to determine your body fat percentage? I found a cool little website that makes it easy cheesy!! All you need to do is measure your waist, figure your height & weight. Click on Male or Female & enter you age & you're set! Go HERE and check yours today!
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Good luck with the P90X....I'm starting "INSANITY" (by BeachBody as well) on Monday. I will def be checking out the body fat site, thanks for sharing! Now I just have to go buy a tape measure :)
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