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As i am an endomorph, how lean could i naturally get with diet & hard weight training? i've been on low carb for about a yr nd im about 12-15% bodyfat

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Too lean: You are too lean, in fact almost anorexic. Consider that to join the navy seals you need a body fat of approximately 20-25 percent.

Answered 9/28/2016

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A member asked:

As i am an endomorph, how lean could i naturally get with diet & hard weight training? i've been on low carb for about a yr nd im about 12-15% bodyfat

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

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