It ain't fat, it's actual peak male performance. That means a thick core with muscles to support actual hard work, and enough fat to keep those muscles well nourished.
It can be achieved in the gym, coupled with heavy weights and an excess of calories.
Reject bodybuilding, return to strongman.
I've known quite a few guys like this and you're absolutely right, they may seen chonky but they could yeet me across the local mountain range with mere thought alone
Also speaking of martial arts specifically, a bit of fat is an advantage because it absorbs impact, reducing damage to muscles. Like sure, I'd like to have a visible six pack because it looks good, but it's not always the healthy thing to do, depending on one's natural body fat distribution.
It can be achieved in the gym, coupled with heavy weights and an excess of calories.
Reject bodybuilding, return to strongman.