Somatotypes Flashcards
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What are the three main somatotypes?
Ectomorph, mesomorph, and endomorph.
What is an ectomorph?
A naturally thin body type with narrow shoulders and hips, long limbs, and low fat/muscle.
What are characteristics of an ectomorph?
Slim build, fast metabolism, finds it hard to gain weight or muscle.
How should an ectomorph train?
Focus on strength training and eat more calories to build muscle.
What is a mesomorph?
A naturally muscular and athletic body type, with broad shoulders and a narrow waist.
What are characteristics of a mesomorph?
Strong, gains muscle easily, good at most sports.
How should a mesomorph train?
Balanced training—both strength and cardio—with a regular diet.
What is an endomorph?
A body type that tends to store more fat, with a wider frame and rounder shape.
What are characteristics of an endomorph?
Soft, round body, gains weight easily, especially fat.
How should an endomorph train?
Focus on cardio and strength training, with a healthy, low-calorie diet.
Can someone be a mix of somatotypes?
Yes, most people are a mix, like ecto-mesomorph or endo-mesomorph.
