For women trying to become pregnant, percent fat can be optimized to provide the best outcome for mother and child.
| AGE | MEN | WOMEN | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Health Standards | Under 40 | 8-22% | 20-35% |
| Over 40 | 10-25% | 25-38% | |
| Fitness Standards | Under 40 | 5-15% | 16-28% |
| Over 40 | 7-18% | 20-33% | |
| High Risk | |||
| Inadequate Fat | All | Under 5% | Under 14% |
| Under 40 | Over 22% | Over 35% | |
| Over 40 | Over 25% | Over 38% |
