"Desirable" Percentage Fat Content for Women and Men This chart indicates typical body fat contents for various body types, female and male: Body Type Female Male Athlete <17% <10% Lean 17-22% 10-15% Normal 22-25% 15-18% Above Average 25-29% 18-20% Overfat 29-35% 20-25% Obese 35+% 25+%