What size thighs do models have?

For fashion modeling, it appears that a thigh measurement of 20 inches or below is typical. This number may be smaller if you're tall and slightly bigger if you're on the shorter side. On the other hand, a male fitness model would need considerably larger thighs, likely around 25 inches.
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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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Can you model with big thighs?

The models' thighs can't be bigger than a certain circumference and their waists have to be no wider than 25 inches. And this again changes depending on whether the model is doing a show in New York or Milan.” But some general requirements apply to most models.
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Are 18 inch thighs big?

As such, 18 inch and 18.5 inch thighs aren't very big at all for a woman, especially a woman under 50. If you're a senior lady, on the other hand, then it's normal to have only 18″ thighs because of age-related muscle loss, something that you can mitigate to a large extent by performing resistance training.
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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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Are 22 inch thighs thick?

In terms of a range, thighs sized between 21 and 23 inches are considered medium by most people. If your thighs are slightly bigger than this, then that doesn't necessarily mean that they're too big.
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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 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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Is 19 inch thigh thick?

No they are not fat. You might have body dysmorphia, because 19 inch thighs are very thin, especially when you're that tall. Don't worry about it and please do not try losing weight, you have a small waist also.
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What should be the thigh size of a 16 year girl?

22 is ok in age 16, but after 22 you should do mild exercise to avoid fat to accumulate on thighs and hips.
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What is the ideal thigh size for a woman?

19 years old: 52.3cm/20.59in (44.3cm-62.8cm) 20-29 years old: 52.9cm/20.83in (42.2cm-69.1cm) 30-39 years old: 54.2cm/21.34in (44.0cm-68.8cm) 40-49 years old: 54.4cm/21.42in (43.7cm-70.2cm)
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Who has the fattest thighs in the world?

German professional sprint cyclist Robert Forstemann is credited for having the biggest thighs measuring 74 cm and also has been given a nickname 'Quadzilla'.
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Do thick thighs look good?

Because they are nice to look at? Thick thighs (on a woman) are a very feminine feature, they are literally the opposite of bad. They give you a feminine form and you should be proud of them! It works on men too, but with muscles instead of fat.
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What is an unhealthy thigh size?

Death and cardiovascular disease were more likely for people with a thigh circumference of less than about 60 centimeters (23.6 inches), measured at the widest part of the thigh, just below the seat.
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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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Do thighs get smaller with age?

Have you ever noticed that people have thinner arms and legs as they get older? As we age it becomes harder to keep our muscles healthy. They get smaller, which decreases strength and increases the likelihood of falls and fractures.
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How many inches is a big thigh?

The hamstring and quadriceps muscles form your thighs. Your thighs may be considered buff in bodybuilding if they each have a circumference greater than 20 inches. The circumference of a top bodybuilder's thigh may be greater than 25 inches.
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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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Are 15 inch calves small?

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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What size should my legs be?

According to Dr Casey Butt' guidelines, your hips should be about 25% larger than your waist, your thighs should be about 25% smaller than your waist, your shoulders should be around 62% larger than your waist, and your biceps should be around 50% the size of your waist.
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How can I reduce the size of my thighs?

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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Is a size 26 waist small?

Despite what many people may say, 26 inches isn't an average waist size for women. In fact, if you're a woman with a 26 inch waist, then your waistline is actually 13 inches smaller than normal. So, is a 26 inch waist big? No, a 26″ waist isn't big at all and is, in fact, very small and slim.
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Is a 27 inch waist small?

If your waistline is 27 inches then you fall in the standard of having a very small waist. 37 inch is the average waist size for American women, so by standard measure, you have a waistline that would fall in the XS-SM.
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Are big thighs a turn on?

Your big thighs

While that's not much comfort in today's sculpted body culture, it's still a turn-on for many men. Some cultures revere women with larger legs and derriere.
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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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