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Understanding Body Types and Characteristics

William Sheldon developed a theory of body typing based on measurements of muscle, bone, and fat distribution. The three main body types are ectomorph, mesomorph, and endomorph. Ectomorphs tend to be thin, delicate, and lightly muscled with a preference for mental activities. Mesomorphs tend to have a hard, muscular body and enjoy physical activities and power. Endomorphs tend to have a soft body and round shape with a love of food and comfort. While body types may influence certain physical abilities, profiling people solely based on physical attributes is unreliable and can be unpleasant.

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Understanding Body Types and Characteristics

William Sheldon developed a theory of body typing based on measurements of muscle, bone, and fat distribution. The three main body types are ectomorph, mesomorph, and endomorph. Ectomorphs tend to be thin, delicate, and lightly muscled with a preference for mental activities. Mesomorphs tend to have a hard, muscular body and enjoy physical activities and power. Endomorphs tend to have a soft body and round shape with a love of food and comfort. While body types may influence certain physical abilities, profiling people solely based on physical attributes is unreliable and can be unpleasant.

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  • Introduction: Introduces the overall theme of body types with visual representations of different individuals.
  • Targets: Sets learning objectives such as defining body mass index (BMI) and identifying different body types and their implications.
  • Introduction to Body Typing: Discusses the tendency to label people based on their physical appearance, providing an overview of the topic.
  • Body Typing (Somatotypes): Introduces the concept of somatotypes with references to William Sheldon’s theory and its components.
  • Body Type Overview: Describes the three main body types: Endomorphic, Mesomorphic, and Ectomorphic, with their general characteristics.
  • Ectomorphic Type Details: Details specific characteristics and traits of the Ectomorphic body type.
  • Ectomorphic Personality Traits: Explores the personality traits associated with Ectomorphic individuals.
  • Endomorphic Type Details: Discusses the physical attributes and digestive system focus of Endomorphic individuals.
  • Endomorphic Personality Traits: Describes emotional and social characteristics linked to Endomorphic body types.
  • Mesomorphic Type Details: Defines the Mesomorphic body type focusing on muscular and athletic attributes.
  • Mesomorphic Personality Traits: Examines the bold and adventurous traits of Mesomorphic individuals.
  • Implications for Activities: Discusses the implications of different body types for physical activities and performance.
  • Endomorph Character Illustration: Provides a cartoon illustration of an endomorphic character emphasizing lifestyle traits.
  • Mesomorph Character Illustration: Features a cartoon depiction of a mesomorphic character, showcasing their active lifestyle.
  • Ectomorph Character Illustration: Illustrates a cartoon of an ectomorphic character highlighting typical attributes.
  • Activity Implications: Clarifies how body types influence performance in various activities.
  • Conclusion: Concludes by discussing the unreliability and negativity of labeling people based on physical attributes.
  • Acknowledgments: Expresses gratitude and mentions the preparer of the document.

BODY TYPES

PATHFIT 1
TARGETS:
▪ Define BMI,
▪ Identify the different body types and it’s characteristics,
▪ Understand the implications of the different body types.
INTRODUCTION
Tendency to label people based on their looks.
BODY TYPING
(Somatotypes)
William Sheldon’s Theory
“Atlas of Men’ (1970)

 Measurement of
Muscle – size, strength, endurance
Bone – length and Girth
Fat – percentage, distribution.
BODY TYPE
ENDOMORPHIC – centered on the abdomen, and the
whole digestive system.

MESOMORPHIC – focused on the muscles and the


circulatory system.

ECTOMORPHIC – related to the brain and nervous


system.
SHELDON SOMATOTYPING
Each area measured on a 1 – 7 scale
Type is decided by predominant (highest to
lowest numbers)
Example;
Endo -4
Ecto -7
Meso -1

A Ectomorph
TRIAD BODY TYPE
ECTOMORPHIC
Thin
Flat chest
Delicate build
Young appearance
Tall
Lightly muscled
Stoop-shouldered
Large brain
ECTOMORPHIC
Self-conscious
Preference for privacy
Introvert
Inhibited
Socially anxious
Artistic
Mentally intense
Emotionally restrained
ENDOMORPHIC
Soft body
Underdeveloped muscles
Round shaped
Over-developed digestive
system.
Love of food
Tolerant
Evenness of emotion
ENDOMORPHIC
Love of comfort
Sociable
Good humored
Relaxed
Need for affection
MESOMORPH
Hard, muscular body
Overly mature appearance
Rectangular shaped
Thick skin
Upright posture
Adventurous
Desire for power and
dominance
Courageous
MESOMORPH
Indifference to what others
thinks or want
Assertive, bold
Zest for physical activity
Competitive
Love of risk and chance
Implications For Activities?
Endomorph
Light body weight
Longer limbs
Light on feet
Ectomorph
Heavy body weight
Low center gravity
Heavy on feet
Mesomorph
Solid body
Power
Nimble
ENDOMORPH
CHARACTER
MESOMORPH
CHARACTER
ECTOMORPH
CHARACTER
Implications
ENDOMORPHIC
Heavy
Low center of gravity
Heavy feet
MESOMORPHIC
Solid
Power/acceleration
ECTOMORPHIC
Long limbs
Light on feet
Conclusion
Profiling people based on physical
attributes is unreliable and unpleasant.
THANK
YOU!
Prepared by:
MR. JULIF B. CALESA, LPT

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