Question 1

How accurate is the Navy body fat method?

Accepted Answer

The Navy method has an error margin of 3-4% compared to DEXA scans. It's useful for tracking trends over time, though individual results may vary.

Question 2

What is a healthy body fat percentage?

Accepted Answer

Healthy ranges: Men 10-20%, Women 18-28%. Athletic ranges are lower. Health risks increase above 25% for men and 32% for women.

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