Body Types (Somatotypes)

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Mind Map on Body Types (Somatotypes), created by 09westlaker on 04/03/2014.
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Mind Map by 09westlaker, updated more than 1 year ago
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Body Types (Somatotypes)
  1. Ectomorphs - narrow-shaped body, are thin faced, with little fat or muscle. This is the ideal body type for long-distance runners.
    1. Mesomorphs - wedge-shaped body, wide shoulders, narrow hips, muscular. Ideal body type for sprinters.
      1. Endomorphs - pear-shaped body, wide hips, wide shoulders, can have a lot fat on body, arms and thighs. When fit, ideal body type for weightlifting, wrestling.
        1. There are 3 basic somatotypes (body types). Everyone tends towards one although few people are totally one or another. Your body type, shape and composition will determine how effective you are at sport.
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