Somatotypes Flashcards
1
Q
What is somatotypes?
A
The physique of a person.
2
Q
What are the three types of somatotypes?
A
Ectomorph
Mesomorph
Endomorph
3
Q
What is ectomorph?
A
Very thin and lean (usually tall)
Narrow shoulders, hips and chest.
Little fat/muscle
Long arms and legs.
4
Q
Give examples of the ectomorph physique?
A
Marathon runners - Mo Farah.
High jumpers - Katerina Johnson Thompson
Long Distance Cyclists.
5
Q
What is mesomorph?
A
Muscular Wedge shape Large muscle content Broad shoulders and thin waist Low body fat percentage
6
Q
Give examples of mesomorph physiques.
A
Wrestler Boxer Rugby forward Gymnast Springer Swimmer
7
Q
What is endomorph?
A
Pear shaped body
High content of fat
Fat around the trunk, thighs and upper arms.
High percentage of body fat (legs)
8
Q
Examples of endomorph physique?
A
Hammer thrower
Sumo wrestler
Shot putter
Front row in rugby.
