Anonymous wrote:I think it's similar for both men and women. I don't know any women that prefer a super ripped guy. I think the guy at 15% has the perfect balance. My guess is most men probably prefer the 20-22%, and 25% woman.

Most guys I've known and know would prefer the 15 percent woman. But they'd date the 20-22 and the 25 and probably even some of the other ones. and if any women on there asked, they'd give the answer that got them in the least amount of trouble.
So, yeah, all of the women who insist that men always tell them they prefer "meat," does it not occur to you that they're telling you that to appease you? Seriously, how many husbands and boyfriends are going to tell their "soft" girlfriend/wife, "no, I prefer ripped, but I'll settle for you."
That said, it doesn't matter. you have the body you have and you do the best you can with it. do strength training because you'll feel better -- it will help your bone strength and energy level. Don't worry about being an object that men prefer, do what suits you and makes you feel good. If you like yourself better with curves and you don't care about feeling strong, then do that. Attraction isn't just about one aspect. Most people have an idealized preference, but what actually attracts them to individual people is the whole package. So a guy who prefers blondes might fall hard for a brunette because of all of the things put together that make her who she is.
But don't discourage other women or slam them for trying to get strong. That's been happening for far too long. And some women like physical activity. They like the strength. They like that it improves their performance in other areas. Let's not bring back the BS that female athletes are not feminine. We're just finally breaking through that.