Body Types

So everyone knows there are different body types out in the world, but most people can be classified into 3 types ectomorph, mesomorph, and endomorph.

A mesomorph has a large bone structure, large muscles and a naturally athletic physique. Mesomorphs are the best body type for bodybuilding. They find it quite easy to gain and lose weight. They are naturally strong which is the perfect platform for building muscle.

Typical traits on a Mesomorph: Athletic Hard body with well defined muscles Rectangular shaped body Strong Gains muscle easily Gains fat more easily than ectomorphs

The mesomorph body type responds the best to weight training. Gains are usually seen very quickly, especially for beginners. The downside to mesomorphs is they gain fat more easily than ectomorphs. This means they must watch their calorie intake. Usually a combination of weight training and cardio works best for mesomorphs.

An ectomorph is a typical skinny guy. Ecto’s have a light build with small joints and lean muscle. Usually ectomorph’s have long thin limbs with stringy muscles. Shoulders tend to be thin with little width.

Typical traits of an ectomorph: Small “delicate” frame and bone structure Classic “hardgainer” Flat chest Small shoulders Thin Lean muscle mass Finds it hard to gain weight Fast metabolism

Ectomorphs find it very hard to gain weight. They have a fast metabolism which burns up calories very quickly. Ecto’s need a huge amount of calories in order to gain weight. Workouts should be short and intense focusing on big muscle groups. Supplements are definitely recommended. Ectomorphs should eat before bed to prevent muscle catabolism during the night. Generally, ectomorphs can lose fat very easily which makes cutting back to lean muscle easy for them.

The endomorph body type is solid and generally soft. Endomorphs gain fat very easily. Endo’s are usually of a shorter build with thick arms and legs. Muscles are strong, especially the upper legs. Endomorphs find they are naturally strong in leg exercises like the squat.

Typical traits of an Endomorph: Soft and round body Gains muscle and fat very easily Is generally short and “stocky” Round physique Finds it hard to lose fat Slow metabolism

When it comes to training endomorphs find it very easy to gain weight. Unfortunately, a large portion of this weight is fat not muscle. To keep fat gain to a minimum, endomorphs must always train cardio as well as weights. Usually supplements may not be needed as long as the person has a high protein intake in their diet.

Of the 3 I am the endomorph...Some celebrities that share my body type are:

Oprah
Jennifer Hudson
Jessica Simpson
Queen Latifa
Keely Shaye Smith
Janet Jackson
Kathleen Turner
Aretha Franklin

We as a whole tend to be more pear shaped, smaller tops with wider hips and what people refer to as "thunder thighs." We have a harder time losing weight, but when we are thinner, we have some very nice curves. Not always a bad thing... There is a good chance when I lose my weight I will have to wear a bigger size on the bottom then on the top. And you know what... I am ok with that as long as I am healthy and can live to see my kids grow up...