Japman
11th September 2007, 14:56
Hate it or love it, specific body types are a reality that has a serious impact on your training regimen. They can be a useful tool, but for many people, it can actually be a tough barrier to overcome.
Take for example the proverbial "Skinny Sticks and Bones" guy who can't even gain an ounce of muscle no matter what training routine he is attempting. In this case, it takes serious dedication and hard work to overcome this obstacle.
Then, there are the people who seem to just be gifted, adding on muscle with greater ease despite eating burgers n fries everyday, and seemingly not to gain much fat. Yes there are body types that are empowering, allowing you to train with greater intensity, frequency, and all the while adding on muscle and strength easier.
As you might know the three main body types are the Ectomorph, Endomorph, and Mesomorph. However you should note that not everyone is JUST one body type. There are mixes of a few body types. For example you can be in-between an Ectomorph and Mesomorph, or an Endomorph and a Mesomorph. You have to look in the mirror and see what kind of body type you are, and this will help:
The ECTOMORPH:
This is a common body type which is characterized by a thin build with relatively little muscle and fat as well. Persons with this body type have a very tough time gaining any kind of weight, muscle or fat. Also, for most cases this body type is not able to take a high amount of athletic/training stress (i.e. Heavy amounts of weight training, cardio etc.).
The only real advantage to this body type is the minimal fat gain that one will experience while trying to put on muscle because for most cases this body type has a very high metabolism.
The ENDOMORPH:
This is the opposite of the Ectomorph, that is a body type which is more large and rounded body. Usually the fat levels are high but these people do carry quite a bit more muscle than the Ectomorphs.
The Endomorph usually has trouble losing weight, particularly fat. However they have an easier time gaining muscle as well as fat which is a downside. Most people in this type have a slow metabolism, hence their high body fat percentage.
The MESOMORPH:
This is the best of both worlds. These people are very athletic and are characterized by a muscular frame with relatively low amounts of body fat. They don't have much trouble losing fat and at the same time they can gain muscle easily. They too like the Ectomorph have a higher metabolism that lets keep their fat levels in check.
Before I get into the workouts let me say this - It is possible to change your body type. However here's the catch: It takes tremendous amounts of work. For example an Ectomorph with consistent training and good meal planning can become a Mesomorph.
I'm sure you've seen it, the skinny freshman who leaves grade 12 as a muscle beast. Or more commonly the overweight and obese people who have achieved a fat loss resolution. So keep in mind, you're not "stuck" in your body type forever
Though id post this as its very helpfull
Take for example the proverbial "Skinny Sticks and Bones" guy who can't even gain an ounce of muscle no matter what training routine he is attempting. In this case, it takes serious dedication and hard work to overcome this obstacle.
Then, there are the people who seem to just be gifted, adding on muscle with greater ease despite eating burgers n fries everyday, and seemingly not to gain much fat. Yes there are body types that are empowering, allowing you to train with greater intensity, frequency, and all the while adding on muscle and strength easier.
As you might know the three main body types are the Ectomorph, Endomorph, and Mesomorph. However you should note that not everyone is JUST one body type. There are mixes of a few body types. For example you can be in-between an Ectomorph and Mesomorph, or an Endomorph and a Mesomorph. You have to look in the mirror and see what kind of body type you are, and this will help:
The ECTOMORPH:
This is a common body type which is characterized by a thin build with relatively little muscle and fat as well. Persons with this body type have a very tough time gaining any kind of weight, muscle or fat. Also, for most cases this body type is not able to take a high amount of athletic/training stress (i.e. Heavy amounts of weight training, cardio etc.).
The only real advantage to this body type is the minimal fat gain that one will experience while trying to put on muscle because for most cases this body type has a very high metabolism.
The ENDOMORPH:
This is the opposite of the Ectomorph, that is a body type which is more large and rounded body. Usually the fat levels are high but these people do carry quite a bit more muscle than the Ectomorphs.
The Endomorph usually has trouble losing weight, particularly fat. However they have an easier time gaining muscle as well as fat which is a downside. Most people in this type have a slow metabolism, hence their high body fat percentage.
The MESOMORPH:
This is the best of both worlds. These people are very athletic and are characterized by a muscular frame with relatively low amounts of body fat. They don't have much trouble losing fat and at the same time they can gain muscle easily. They too like the Ectomorph have a higher metabolism that lets keep their fat levels in check.
Before I get into the workouts let me say this - It is possible to change your body type. However here's the catch: It takes tremendous amounts of work. For example an Ectomorph with consistent training and good meal planning can become a Mesomorph.
I'm sure you've seen it, the skinny freshman who leaves grade 12 as a muscle beast. Or more commonly the overweight and obese people who have achieved a fat loss resolution. So keep in mind, you're not "stuck" in your body type forever
Though id post this as its very helpfull