But how can you tell your body type? Here\u2019s a more detailed look at each category:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Ectomorph<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Characteristics: <\/strong>Those with an ectomorphic<\/a> body are lean with thin legs and arms as well as narrow chest and shoulders, and little-to-no body fat. They also tend to have narrow faces and appear very delicate. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Shape: <\/strong>Rectangle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Diet and metabolism: <\/strong>Ectomorphs have a hard time gaining weight; no matter how much they eat, they remain skinny. <\/p>\n\n\n\n But just because they have this body type doesn\u2019t mean they should indulge in junk food. Their metabolism will slow down as they age, which can then lead to an unhealthy gain in body fat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n So the key is to eat a healthy, balanced diet filled with power foods, which include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Fitness:<\/strong> Due to their lean mass, ectomorphs will find it difficult to build muscle and sculpt their bodies. So many often opt for endurance-type activities, like running or cycling. However, they can highly benefit from a solid, consistent weight-training program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Famous male ectomorphs: <\/strong>Chris Rock, Clint Eastwood, and Toby McGuire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Characteristics: <\/strong>Mesomorphs<\/a> lie in between ectomorphs and endomorphs. They tend to have a naturally athletic body shape\u2014muscular bodies with strong arms, strong legs, and very little body fat. They normally have a narrow waist and a large head that matches their broad shoulders.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Shape:<\/strong> Inverted triangle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Diet and metabolism: <\/strong>It\u2019s all about balance with mesomorphs, and as a general rule, their plate should consist of 1\/3 protein, 1\/3 carbs and fat, and 1\/3 fruits and vegetables. So when it comes to diets and maintaining a healthy metabolism, mesomorphs should keep the following food groups in mind:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Fitness:<\/strong> Mesomorphs have a great advantage\u2014they can build muscle and burn fat pretty easily. However, that shouldn\u2019t be a reason to adopt a sedentary lifestyle. A full-body workout<\/a> with cardio and weight training can help a mesomorph maintain a healthy and fit body.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Famous male ectomorphs: <\/strong>Chris Hemsworth, LL Cool J, and Mark Wahlberg. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Characteristics: <\/strong>An endomorph male<\/a> is the polar opposite of an ectomorph. They have a more stocky body type\u2014a round, typically short, curvaceous shape with short necks, small shoulders, and thick waists, calves, and ankles.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Shape:<\/strong> Oval.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Diet and metabolism: <\/strong>Endomorphs tend to have a higher body fat percentage, putting them at greater risk for health problems. They\u2019re more sensitive to carbs, so they\u2019re better off consuming:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Fitness: <\/strong>An endomorph may find building muscle comes easily. However, because their bodies are prone to excess fat and a slower metabolism, it makes it more difficult to stay lean. So a well-rounded fitness program is beneficial to those with an endomorph body type. To help boost metabolism, both weight and cardio training are recommended. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Famous male endomorphs: <\/strong>Danny DeVito, John Goodman, and Santa Claus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n You can identify which category you fall into with our body type quiz below. You can also look at your physical traits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
Mesomorph<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Endomorph<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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