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The Three Body Types
Ectomorph: (5% of the population)
+ thin, lean body with little muscle or fat
+ lightweight frame
+ appears to have long arms and legs in
proportion to their body trunk
+ high metabolism - can eat large amounts of
food without gaining weight
+ usually individuals are quick and energetic
+ endurance sports such as hiking, running, end
cross country skiing are this type's specialty
Mesomorph: (90% of the population)
+ average to large bone structure with more
muscles
+ broad shoulders and narrow hips
+ medium metabolism
+ limbs well-proportioned to body trunk
+ usually individuals are moderately strong and
have good stamina
+ can readily adapt to almost any sport
+ power sports like rowing, hockey, volleyball,
and sprinting are this type's specialty
Endomorph: (5% of the population)
+ average to large frame
+ stocky, soft, rounded appearance
+ higher proportion of body fat
+ legs and arms may appear short in relation to
body size
+ lower metabolism which allows them to store
fat easily
+ usually individuals are very strong and are
natural body builders
+ swimming, water aerobics, walking, golf, and
cycling are this type's specialty
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