Exercise Physiology: Theory and Application to Fitness and Performance 9th Edition by Scott Powers, Edward Howley

Exercise 10

Given a 20-year-old college male, 180 lb, 28% fat, what is his target body weight to achieve 17% fat?

Step 1 of 4

The information of % fat can be used to estimate one’s health status relative to fitness. The body weight that is associated with a specific fitness standard can be measured by calculating the fat-free weight of the body and then calculating the goal weight.