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Standards of
Fatness
(Percent Body Fat)
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Classification
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Men
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Women
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Essential fat
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no less than 5%
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no less than 8%
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Borderline
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5% - 8%
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8% - 11%
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Desirable fatness for good performance
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8% - 9%
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12% - 15%
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Desirable fatness for good health
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10% - 20%
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16% - 26%
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Marginal Zone
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21% - 25%
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27% - 32%
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Overfatness
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more than 25%
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more than 32%
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FOR BETTER LIVING
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make the commitment
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set realistic goals
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add exercise (varied and enjoyable)
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healthy eating habits along with regular meals
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avoid automatic eating
(watching TV, eating chips, etc.)
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stay busy
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plan meals - shopping
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cook wisely
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eat wisely
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eat slowly and at the table
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avoid social binges
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beware of raids to the refrigerator or cookie jar
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avoid eating out
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practice stress management techniques
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monitor changes and reward accomplishments
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think positive
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