FEMALE BODY TYPE

WHAT ARE SOME DIFFERENT TYPES OF BODY SHAPES?

 Bodies come in different shapes and sizes, influenced by a person’s frame and
composition. This is part of what makes every human unique.
 A person’s body type depends on the distribution of muscle mass and fat. Some people
are long and lean, while others are curvier.
 Likewise, some people find it challenging to gain weight, whereas others have difficulty
losing weight.

COMMON ‘FEMALE’ SHAPES

 Females tend to have more fat mass. They also tend to be curvier due to a combination
of larger breasts, wider hips, larger buttocks, and bigger thighs.
 While everybody is unique, there are several broad categories for the female body
shape. An older 2004 article notes that this historically stems from the fashion industry.

1. Pear or triangle
 People with this body shape have narrower shoulders than their hips. A person
tends to distribute most of their weight in the buttocks, lower hips, and thighs.
2. Inverted triangle
 This is when the lower half of the body is smaller than the top, with shoulders
wider than the hips. People with this body shape tend to gain weight in the
upper body and stomach areas. They also tend to have larger chests and
narrow hips.
3. Rectangle
 This is when there is no major definition at the waistline and hips. People with
this body shape have similar hip and shoulder width, and the body tends to be
in equal proportions.
4. Hourglass
 This is when both the top and bottom halves of the body are equally broad.
People with this body shape tend to have a smaller waist than the chest and
hips.
5. Oval or apple
 This is when the top and bottom halves of the body are narrow. People with this
body shape tend to carry weight in the chest and stomach areas and have
slender legs.
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Body Type

 Instrumental in obtaining the image and life you want.

 Helps to understand how to maintain a healthy lifestyle that is best for you.

Types of Body Type

1. Ectomorph
 Known as a “Hardgainer”.
 This body type is the leanest of the three types
 It can be;
a) Thin, delicate build, young appearance and tall.
b) Self-conscious, introverted, socially anxious, artistic and emotionally
restrained.
2. Mesomorph
 The most common male body type.
 It have an advantage at the gym.
 It can be;
a) Athletic build, Rectangular shaped and Muscular body.
b) Adventurous, love of risk and chance and zest for physical activity.
3. Endomorphic
 Other end of the spectrum that is opposite of the ectomorph.
 It can be;
a) Stocky, solid build and under develop muscles.
b) Love of food, tolerant, relaxed and love of comport.

Body Chemistry

 99% of the human body is made up of the six chemical elements; oxygen 65%,
carbon18%, hydrogen 10%, nitrogen 3%, calcium 2%, and phosphorus 1%.

 Carbohydrates are the most common molecules in the human body.

 The main function of lipids is to store energy but they also carry signals and, in the form
of cholesterol, make up a vital part of the structure of cell membranes.

 Proteins are made up of long chains of amino acids, which are compounds containing
carbon, oxygen, hydrogen and nitrogen.

 Almost all the reactions that take place in our bodies, from the digestion of food to the
building of cells, are made possible by enzymes.

Aerobic, Metabolic workout & Anaerobic

1. Aerobic Exercise
 any cardiovascular conditioning or “cardio.”
 During cardiovascular conditioning, your breathing and heart rate increase
for a sustained period of time.
 Examples of this include swimming laps, running, or cycling.
a) Benefits
 Can help you lose weight and keep it off
 May help lower and control blood pressure
 May increase your stamina and reduce fatigue during exercise
 Activates immune system.
 Strengthens your heart
 boosts mood
b) RISK
 Start slowly and work up gradually to reduce your risk of an
injury.
 Get your doctor’s approval if you’ve been inactive for a long
time or live with a chronic condition.
2. Anaerobic
 Involve quick bursts of energy.
 Performed at maximum effort for a short time.
 Examples include jumping, sprinting, or heavy weight lifting.
a) Benefits
 Strengthens bones
 Burns fat
 Builds muscle
  Increases stamina for daily activities.
b) RISK
 Work with a certified fitness professional who can help you
create an anaerobic program based on your medical history
and goals.
 Performing the exercises with proper technique is important
for preventing an injury.
3. Metabolic Workout
 Workout designed to more efficiently burn energy using a combination of high-
intensity and moderate-intensity exercises.
 Circuit training workouts where it moves from one workout station to the next to
perform a variety of compound exercises.
 Examples include Kettlebell swings, Mountain climbers, Burpees, Skater jumps.
a) Benefits
 Build muscle
 Efficient, full-body workout
 Burn fat post-workout
b) RISK
 Proper exercise technique is essential to ensure the safety
and effectiveness of an exercise program.
 pay close attention to your body, and stop immediately if
you note pain or discomfort.

METABOLISM

 refers to all of the physical and chemical activities in your body that convert or use
energy. These processes are what keep you alive and healthy and work together to keep
an internal balance.
 is composed of two distinct forms catabolism (processing down biomolecules), and
anabolism (constructing new biomolecules). Explore the definitions of the two concepts
and find examples of how they each contribute to metabolism.
 All of the physical and chemical activities in your body that convert or use energy are
called metabolism. These include things like breathing, digesting food, and circulating
blood.

1. Catabolism
 Catabolism Breaks Down Molecules
  Catabolic reactions are reactions that involve the breakdown of biomolecules, but
what exactly does this mean? When you eat food, you chew it to make it easier to
swallow, right? Catabolic reactions are similar in that they 'chew' up biomolecules to
make them easier to utilize.

2. Anabolism
 Anabolism Builds Molecules
 Anabolism is the reverse of catabolism, since these reactions build large
biomolecules from smaller ones. And the molecules that are produced are the same
types as what you find in food, such as carbohydrates and proteins. In a sense, these
molecules are like your body's own version of the food it originally came from.