Can Someone Have 2% Body Fat? Understanding the Dangers and Realities
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According to the American Council on Exercise, men require at least 2 to 5 percent body fat for their bodies to function properly, while women need a minimum of 10 to 13 percent for essential physiological functions. This means that while 2% body fat is technically possible for men, it pushes the absolute biological limit and is associated with severe health risks, making it an unsustainable and unhealthy state.
