You must realize that precise body fat percentages are challenging to come by. The body fat percentage chart listed below is based on the percentages published by the American Council on Exercise. For the certain percentages that are not shown on the chart, it is recommended that you use whichever number is most favorable to what you would like to see.
| Female |
Male |
Classification |
| 10-12% |
2-4% |
Essential Fat |
| 14-20% |
6-13% |
Athletes |
| 21-24% |
14-17% |
Fitness |
| 25-31% |
18-25% |
Acceptable |
| 31%+ |
25%+ |
Obese |