Somatotypes

Somatotypes

1. What are Somatotypes

   • Term describing different body types or an individual's physical build
   • It is generally thought that having a certain body type make you more suited for a certain activity/ sport
   • Three extreme body types: Mesomorph, Ectomorph, Endomorph

2. Mesomorph

   • Key Characteristics:
     • low level of fat
     • builds muscle eaisly
     • solid build
     • wide shoulders
     • narrow hips
   • Sports that benefit from a Mesoorphic body type most
     • speed
       • sprinitng
     • strength
       • weight lifting
     • boxing

3. Ectomorph

   • Key Characteristics:
     • long, thin frame
     • narrow shoulders and hips
     • slim build
     • generally doesn't build muscle easily
     • generally doesn't store fat easily
   • Sports that beneifit from an Ectomorphic body type most
     • long distance running
     • high jump

4. Endomorph

   • Key Characteristics:
     • wide hips
     • narrow shoulders
     • has a tendency to store fat
   • Sports that benefit from having an Endomorphic body type most
     • shot putt
     • sumo wrestling
     • some positions in rugby
       • props

5. Anorexia (aka Anorexia Nervosa)