Somatypes

Somatypes

HEALTH - Holt​

Endomorphs, Ectomorphs, and Mesomorphes

Go to Canvas - Modules, and complete "Body type Goals"

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Time to set some goals and be more fit

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You can get some easy points​

Poll

I know what my somatype is

• Yes, I already did the assignment in canvas

• Ive heard of them, but I dont know what mine is

• I have no idea, but Im about to learn

• Im just trying to get out of here bro

​William H. Sheldon, PhD, MD, introduced the concept of body types, or somatotypes, in the 1940s. Since then, nutritionists, exercise physiologists, and even doctors have used it to help design effective, individualized fitness plans.

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The gist is that everyone falls, though not altogether neatly, into three categories Keep in mind that these are generalizations, and that most of us have characteristics of two or even all three somatotypes.

• Mesomorphs are athletic, solid, and strong. They're not overweight and not underweight. Often they can eat what they want without worrying too much about it. They both gain and lose weight without too much effort.

Mesomorph

Ectomorph

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​Endomorphs have lots of body fat, lots of muscle, and gain weight easily. "Football lineman tend to be endomorphs -- they're heavier and rounder individuals," says Colby. "And they don't have to necessarily be overweight. Both Adele and Marilyn Monroe are classic examples of endomorphs.

Endomorph

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​Ectomorphs are long and lean, with little body fat, and little muscle. They have a hard time gaining weight. Fashion models and basketball players fit this category. While most of us love to hate these genetically-blessed individuals, some male ectomorphs may not be thrilled with their narrow-chested frames, and some female ectomorphs long for more womanly curves.

Poll

I think my body type is

• Mesomorph

• Ectomorph

• Endomorph

• Spazzomorphe

​If you're an ectomorph struggling to put some meat on your bones, Colby suggests "take a good look at your diet." If you only eat three times a day, "try aiming for five or six meals." For snacks and meals, choose nutrient- and calorie-dense foods like nuts, dried fruits, sunflower seeds, and starchy vegetables, rather than lower-cal choices like fresh fruits and popcorn. Don't skimp on fat, either -  make sure that 30% of your calories come from fat.

Multiple Choice

Which foods are best for Ectomorphs who want to GAIN weight

• Nuts, eggs, starches, meats

• salad, leafy vegetables

• celery, white bread, popcorn

• Skittles, hot takis, chicharron

If wanting to get more muscular, ectomorphs should keep cardio or aerobic training to a minimum while concentrating on muscle-building moves with fairly heavy weights.

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Exercise

​If you're an endomorph, avoid crash dieting. It will only make your body cling to its fat reserves. Instead, adjust your diet so you're eating more frequent, smaller meals, no more than 5 hours apart. Try to eat slowly, and drink plenty of water. Eat lean proteins and high-fiber foods to help you feel full longer. And don't be fooled by the fat-free fad -- you need a little fat to stay healthy.

Endomorphs should do at least 30 minutes of moderately-paced aerobic activity five days a week. Try walking, jogging, bicycling, dancing, or any other activity that gets your heart pumping. When the pounds start coming off, add weight training two or three times a week to tone and strengthen your muscles. "Adding more muscle helps you burn extra calories all day long," says Colby.

Even walking can help endomorphs get fit

Exercise

​Genetically lucky mesomorphs may have an easier time than most staying slim and fit, but "this can be a double-edged sword," says Colby. "They have a tendency to assume that they can handle an extra helping of dessert or a hiatus from the gym. But the same rules for health and well-being apply to them as to everyone else." Osteoporosis, heart disease, and other diet- and lifestyle-related diseases can affect anyone, regardless of body type.

Match

Match the following

• Mesomorph

• Endomorph

• Ectomorph

gains and loses weight easily

Focus more on cardio

Should eat calorie dense food

• gains and loses weight easily

• Focus more on cardio

• Should eat calorie dense food

Match

Match the following

Mesomorph

Ectomorph

Endomorph

• Mesomorph

• Ectomorph

• Endomorph