MadSci Network: Anatomy |
There is not a really scientific way to do this. The best estimate is to calculate the amount of the current body weight that is now fat (12.57% of 146.3 pounds, which is 18.4 pounds) and then the amount of body weight that would be fat at 7% body fat (7% of 146.3 pounds, which is 10.2 pounds). The difference, 8.2 pounds, would be the difference in body weight. It is important to realize that it is impossible to lose ONLY body fat; some muscle is inevitably lost in a weight loss program that emphasizes a reduction in calorie intake. Muscle might also be gained if an exercise program is adopted. If muscle is gained, body weight might increase as body fat is lost.
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