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Old 04-15-2012, 11:59 AM   #92
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Originally Posted by TheSutterDynasty View Post
Body builders tend to dip into the dangerously low levels of body fat that are not maintainable. 3% is the vital amount for men; you need a certain amount around your vital organs, among other things. Body builders also take diuretics. If you compared someone with 5% body fat on diuretics vs no diuretics the difference would be dramatic.

It does not get any harder to measure body fat at these low levels with DEXA or hydrostatic weighing. I'm ~6% body fat.
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There are reports of 3% bf, but it depends on how the measurement is made. Also that bf is never maintained for more than a couple of days.

Hydrostatic weighing is most certainly not 100% accurate either. It depends on mathematical formula and density. Things like lung capacity, hydration, bone density, how much food is in your intestinal tract, etc... will all affect the measurements.

I do agree with you though that hydration makes a huge difference. My point was that 5% bf is ridiculously low, and if you were that low then there would be no questions about your personal obesity levels.

If you are maintainign 6% that is extremely impressive. I'd be interested to see your diet/routine.
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