whats the purpose of staying lean?

[MAXX]

Totally untrue.  That's how I can tell you've never been lean.  When you're lean it shows in your face/neck, arms, and general definition. 

It's not "needed" to women obviously but it definitely helps. 

totally different for different people some people are naturally lean in the face some people have fat cheeks even at 5%

[Tennisballz]

Shredded is not a good look.  A nice base of muscle at 11-12% bodyfat is what you want to aim for.  That's the best overall look and healthy.

[oldtimer1]

Perma bulkers look great in clothes but look like crap with their shirts off. Really lean guys look skinny in clothes but great with their shirts off.

[Go 4 It]

If you are in your 20's-30's you can get by staying a little bit on the bigger side, but once you get into the 40's and beyond it just starts to look sloppy. I think Stallone did it right, although he might not have a bodybuilder physique (definitely not complete) but he had a great look especially well into his 50's, his look in The Specialist was ideal and he was 48.

[IroNat]

Staying lighter is easier on your joints especially the knees and back.

[Tennisballz]

If you are in your 20's-30's you can get by staying a little bit on the bigger side, but once you get into the 40's and beyond it just starts to look sloppy. I think Stallone did it right, although he might not have a bodybuilder physique (definitely not complete) but he had a great look especially well into his 50's, his look in The Specialist was ideal and he was 48.

Stallone is exactly the look you want to strive for.  He's not huge but looks good in clothes and always maintains an overall healthy look.  It sounds redundant, but if you get too big or too lean it doesn't look good.

[falco]

Not a singel fuck gives a shit not matter what...u can look like brad pit 24/7 or mike ohearn and no one would give a shit...u get attention from Walmart candy eating fat slob moms...al those teens u want to get pussy from have their Justin briber idol anyway...so whats the point...most people cant se any difference between quality muscles and fat anyway so whats the purpose...why train, why stay hungry why doing all this when no one gives a fuck...better start drinking beer and eat unhealthy all day long...

I do it for myself. Always did. It was never about others recognition or pussy. I just loooove being muscular.

[CalvinH]

Lost your boyfriend to a bear?

[HTexan]

Lost your boyfriend to a bear?

[Orhan]

I do it for myself. Always did. It was never about others recognition or pussy. I just loooove being muscular.

spot on. dafuq anyone care what the general public thinks? unless its in agreeance with what you like.

ie- if someone says im too muscular or gross coz too veiny, couldnt care less. someone compliments it, then great. irrelevant really. what a fucked up life going to the gym and dieting, gearing just to be recognised by others? wtf

[tres_taco_combo]

everyone needs to get "ripped" at once in their life if you train seriously (Assuming those who dont compete)
get lean at least 12 weeks a year
take photos so you can measure
stay around 10-12% healthy look (assuming not on AAS) - still some abs and you feel good
in 40s and beyond - stay lean - akk 9-11% just looks better, strong jawline,

[HTexan]

everyone needs to get "ripped" at once in their life if you train seriously (Assuming those who dont compete)
get lean at least 12 weeks a year
take photos so you can measure
stay around 10-12% healthy look (assuming not on AAS) - still some abs and you feel good
in 40s and beyond - stay lean - akk 9-11% just looks better, strong jawline,

depends on genes, the rock is damn near 50 and looks better bigger

[_bruce_]

If you are in your 20's-30's you can get by staying a little bit on the bigger side, but once you get into the 40's and beyond it just starts to look sloppy. I think Stallone did it right, although he might not have a bodybuilder physique (definitely not complete) but he had a great look especially well into his 50's, his look in The Specialist was ideal and he was 48.

[IroNat]

From what I've read it's recommended for health reasons that your waist be not more than 1/2 your height.

This is not that easy to do once you get older.

I'm about 3 inches out of whack (waist 3 inches too big).

To lose 3 inches I would have to drop quite a few pounds.  Guess I've been delusional about my bodyfat %.

[El Diablo Blanco]

It’s great for all around living. Sleep better and feel better. I’m down 35 pounds from my winter weight gain. I have abs again, I feel more energetic, more positive and just better.  Meeting young bitches is super easy. If you’re lean and dress right they can tell you’re in great shape.

[MAXX]

I Always do it the opposite I get cut in the winter and fluffy in the summer. IDK why just like going against the grain I guess.

[bgm]

Easier to 'grow into' a physique, then it is to gain fat and cut. Once those fat cells are created; the only thing to rid them is DNP, lipo, or coolsculpting.