What size should my thighs be?

Based on the previously cited CDC report, medium sized thighs, which is to say the average leg circumference, tends to be around 21 inches in both men and women. In terms of a range, thighs sized between 21 and 23 inches are considered medium by most people.
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What is the normal thigh size?

Overall mean thigh circumference was 53.2 cm (54.3 cm for men and 51.5 cm for women). The correlation between hip circumference and thigh circumference among 141 participants was 0.71 (0.82 for men and 0.49 for women).
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What thigh size is considered skinny?

People whose thighs measured less than 60 centimeters, or about 23.6 inches in circumference, were in trouble. And those with stick-thin gams (less than 18 inches around) were at the greatest risk, according to new study in the online version of the British Medical Journal.
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Are 21 inch thighs small?

In terms of a range, thighs sized between 21 and 23 inches are considered medium by most people.
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Are 18 inch thighs small?

If you have 18 inch thighs, then your legs are approximately 3-4 inches smaller than the average thigh size. This is for both men and women. Typically, the only adults in the general population who have 18 inch legs are elderly men and women.
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Are 28 inch thighs good?

28 inch quads are well above the average quad size—even for bodybuilders. 28 inch thighs are so big, in fact, that you'll likely struggle to find clothes that fit if you have 28 inch legs.
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Is 19 inch thigh thick?

A thigh circumference of 20 inches is not large. And, it is impossible for it to be half fat - you have bone, muscle, tissue, skin, and likely a bit of fat, but that is completely normal and just fine.
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Is 26 inch legs big?

Or are they much bigger than average? According to the data, the average American man and woman have thighs that are around 22 inches in circumference. So 26 inch legs are definitely a lot bigger than average.
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Why do girls have big thighs?

Hormones drive the deposition of fat around the pelvis, buttocks, and thighs of women and the bellies of men. For women, this so-called sex-specific fat appears to be physiologically advantageous, at least during pregnancies.
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How do you know if your thighs are too big?

These are the struggles everyone with big thighs can relate to.
  1. Your dresses become shirts. ...
  2. "Chub rub." ...
  3. Shopping for jeans is impossible. ...
  4. All your jeans wear out first in between your legs. ...
  5. Regular shorts being turned into short-shorts. ...
  6. Accidentally putting on your boyfriend's pants…
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How can I reduce my thigh fat?

Increase resistance training. Participating in total-body, muscle-strengthening activities at least two days a week may help you burn calories, reduce fat mass , and strengthen your thighs. Include lower-body exercises such as lunges, wall sits, inner/outer thigh lifts, and step-ups with just your body weight.
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Are 15 inch calves big?

15 in calves are neither big nor small; they're an average size for both men and women. According to a National Health Statistics Report by the CDC, most men and women have 15 and 15.5 inch calves.
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Are 16 inch calves big?

In general, 16 inch calves are slightly bigger than average for females, but only by half an inch or so. If you're an active woman and/or play sports, then your calves will likely be bigger and more muscular than those of someone who's more sedentary (unless that person is overweight).
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Is 30 inch thighs big?

30 inch thighs are undeniably big for a female, regardless of the woman's height and build. While some of those 30 inches—perhaps even the majority—may well consist of muscle mass, most women (and indeed most men) simply don't have the genetics to sculpt 30 inch thighs of pure muscle.
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How long does it take to lose 3 inches off thighs?

In general, it can take anywhere from 6-12 weeks of consistent lifestyle changes to notice a slimmer appearance in your legs.
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Does running burn thigh fat?

If you want to lose weight in your thighs, you need to engage in cardiovascular exercise, which reduces weight throughout your entire body. Running is a form of cardio, so it is effective at melting thigh fat.
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What is a large thigh measurement?

40 inches and above. 35 inches and above. Waist-to-hip ratio. 0.95 and above. 0.85 and above.
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Why are my thighs so huge?

The main culprit behind weight gain in your thighs is estrogen. This hormone drives the increase in fat cells in females, causing deposits to form most commonly around the buttocks and thighs.
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Are thick thighs genetic?

In other words, belly fat and thigh fat are genetically destined for their final location during development. It's not a difference that's acquired over time, as a result of diet or environmental exposure.
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Are 11 inch calves small?

11 inch calves are definitely a lot smaller than normal. However, they aren't necessarily too small, providing that you're of a healthy body weight. A number of people (mainly women) have 11 inch upper arms.
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Are 13 inch calves small?

Are 13 inch calves big? According to the data, 13 inch calves and 13.5 inch calves are actually smaller than average by around 2 inches for both men and women. Of course, having slim calves isn't bad and is, in fact, a lower body look that many people greatly desire.
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Are 12 inch calves small?

Yes, considering that most men and women have 15 inch calves on average, 12 inch calves are definitely small. 12 in calves will look less skinny if you're short. However, 12 inch calves will look extremely thin if you're tall.
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Do squats help your thighs get smaller?

Although lunges and squats tone and define your thigh muscles, they won't make them smaller. In fact, you might notice your thighs getting bigger from exercise.
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How long should I run to slim thighs?

Burn approximately 248 calories in 20 minutes of jogging, if you weigh 160 pounds. About 248 calories is half of the daily calorie-reduction needed to lose 1 pound a week. For example, 1 pound is equal to 3,500 calories. Reduce your calories by 500 each day to lose 1 pound a week and contribute to thin thighs.
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