how lean can one be and still function normally for the long-term?

[dj181]

i'd say 6-7%

[njflex]

i'd say 6-7%

6-10 and 12 is pushing it condition wise,,,

[BB]

6 to 8, I can't see most being comfortable below that for extended periods. You be cold and achy quite a bit. Many would be much more comfortable at 10 -12 for bodybuilding, and you could even edge it up a bit higher for a few other hobbies / sports.

[njflex]

6 to 8, I can't see most being comfortable below that for extended periods. You be cold and achy quite a bit. Many would be much more comfortable at 10 -12 for bodybuilding, and you could even edge it up a bit higher for a few other hobbies / sports.

yeah,,

[ChristopherA]

Depends. Is that geared or not? You can be lean as hell on juice and feel just peachy. Like someone else said, natty you get a little achy

[dj181]

Depends. Is that geared or not? You can be lean as hell on juice and feel just peachy. Like someone else said, natty you get a little achy

low dosed geared

[affeman]

at 6% things start to get realy complicated for social life, whenever i hit 6% i stop dieting right there.doesnt mean i go and get fat, i just go easier on diet.

the hungryness, the pissing all the time, the water and diet sodas drinking to keep hunger in check,those all get to ridiulous levels.the ffeling weak and permanent tiredness dont help either.

so yeah, between 6-8,in a way.

why do you have to piss more often at low bf levels?

[Rami]

when you guys think you are at 6% go get your bodyfat tested so that you understand what you're talking about.  I'd like to see anyone natural able to maintain real 6% bodyfat indefinitely, and not Internet estimated 6%. I think a lot of people misjudge their own bodyfat.

[TommyBoy]

I know that around 5-7% natural I always feel like crap. Mentally it sucks, but I can still do my job, which is about a thousand times more complex mentally than 99% of other jobs out there. I have no clue geared.

[anabolichalo]

I know that around 5-7% natural I always feel like crap. Mentally it sucks, but I can still do my job, which is about a thousand times more complex mentally than 99% of other jobs out there. I have no clue geared.

i'm intrigued. please do tell what type of work is this

[affeman]

hahaha I love people who think they can get to 5 % natural

[Sophus]

8% natural

At 7 and 6% I felt daily strong lethargy

at 8% I am a lot stronger, feel healthier, need less sleep and even my cardio improved

[dustin]

i'm intrigued. please do tell what type of work is this

He collects, catalogues and showcases the most rare and prized bodybuilding thongs memorabilia. It takes a great deal of skill, patience and persistence to be at the top of your game.

[brucewayne]

Did zyzz die from being too lean all the time or some shit like that?..might be wrong though

[FitnessFrenzy]

Did zyzz die from being too lean all the time or some shit like that?..might be wrong though

I can't remember exactly but I think he died from drugs. Not bodybuilding drugs but party drugs.

[anabolichalo]

Did zyzz die from being too lean all the time or some shit like that?..might be wrong though

iirc he died in a thai sauna

[Mr Nobody]

Look in the mirror if ripped and in contest shape maybe a month otherwise 8-10%. Being in extreme condition works on the central nervous system including brain function.

[The Grim Lifter]

I can't remember exactly but I think he died from drugs. Not bodybuilding drugs but party drugs.

All combined put too much pressure on his heart. Gear, E, Coke, Xanax, etc. he was trying to stay that lean all the time, a few pics right before his death showed he couldn't hold it and was holding a lot of water, body probably stopped responding.

[Luolamies]

Did zyzz die from being too lean all the time or some shit like that?..might be wrong though

He had a heart defect (which he knew about) and he was on diuretics, legal and illegal stimulants, booze, party drugs and a ton gear AND went  to SAUNA...

Look in the mirror if ripped and in contest shape maybe a month otherwise 8-10%. Being in extreme condition works on the central nervous system including brain function.

Agreed.

BTW. Low bf levels are only impressive if you have the size to go with it.

low dosed geared

Are you on "real gear" or still on superdrol? If you're still on superdrol have you checked your liver values?

[dj181]

He had a heart defect (which he knew about) and he was on diuretics, legal and illegal stimulants, booze, party drugs and a ton gear AND went  to SAUNA...

Agreed.

BTW. Low bf levels are only impressive if you have the size to go with it.

Are you on "real gear" or still on superdrol? If you're still on superdrol have you checked your liver values?

still on superdrol and i basically just take 10 mg on workout days ie. 4-5 days per week and i take a full week off every 6 weeks or so

yeah i had a complete blood profile back in november and everything checked out ok (and back then i was on 20 mg per day 3 weeks on/1 week off)

[dj181]

Look in the mirror if ripped and in contest shape maybe a month otherwise 8-10%. Being in extreme condition works on the central nervous system including brain function.

i don't buy this man

i've @ sub-7 for well over 6 months a few different times with no ill effects

[Mr Nobody]

i don't buy this man

i've @ sub-7 for well over 6 months a few different times with no ill effects

So why did you ask the question then?

[Seven Copper Coins]

still on superdrol and i basically just take 10 mg on workout days ie. 4-5 days per week and i take a full week off every 6 weeks or so

yeah i had a complete blood profile back in november and everything checked out ok (and back then i was on 20 mg per day 3 weeks on/1 week off)

So you have been on steroids for 6 months and you are still afraid to post a pic......LOL

[dj181]

So why did you ask the question then?

just curious what others thought about it

[WillGrant]

What do you mean by "function"  normally for the long term ?