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I am well within bmi but my body fat percentage is higher than i would like. i am slim 54 yr old female. work out at curves 3 times a week.
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BMI & % Body Fat : Your absolute body weight includes lean muscle, body fat and water. Changing your "body composition" is more important than just losing weight. Exercising three times a week will maintain your current body composition, but is not sufficient to change it. Strength training in a progressive manner 4-5 times per week, will increase lean muscle mass and decrease your percent body fat!
Answered 3/25/2013
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