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Body structure similar to ectomorphs, thin bones, naturally lean, heights usually range from 5’9-6+, face very angular and rectangular in shape, slightly longer limbs then most other body types but not as naturally lanky looking as true ectomorphs… These individuals out number true ectomorphs, but generally look like ectomorphs unless trained, these individuals tend to resist body fat and lean mass gain, due to increased and/or undeveloped digestive tracts Often the female and male fitness type due to long lean limbs and naturally low body fat. ectomorphs, commonly overheard by a rigid dieting endo with lines such as “man I eat 5000 calories a day and I can’t friggin gain a pound” as they munch away on fast food Endomorphs have a deep hatred for lean body types esp. Bread and butter of working out should be the holy trinity of squats, deadlifts, and bench press (actually that’s not a bad order of importance) With all body types when cutting lifting heavy is important to maintain fast twitch mass When attempting to lose body fat cardio should be minimized to avoid muscle catabolism When attempting to gain lean mass cardio should be avoided or minimized, proper post workout nutrition is extra important to ectos a 5 x 5 mixed with a 3 x 8 scheme works well. heavy lifting along with proper nutrition and plenty of rest are most important…. Ectomorphs should stick to major compound lifts and avoid isolation movements until a good deal of training experience is acquired…due to faster metabolic rates and/or underdeveloped digestive tract, eating often is very important as well as simply eating more at each meal…also ectomorphs require more days off from heavy lifting since they should be focusing on heavy lifts and low to medium reps…. Generally are excellent endurance (distance) athletes due to light frame and less fast twitch fiber Once lean mass is gained it is easily lost if training is not followed rigidly Generally stay very lean and thin without a rigid diet or workout plan A true Ectomorph has trouble gaining weight both lean mass and fat, however, more often then not even though they often have slightly faster metabolisms most people who claim to be ectomorphs are simply underfed… Longer limbs, thin angular face more rectangular in structure Usually taller individuals ranging in male height of 6+, females appox 5’8-6 aka hard gainers, ectomorphs is the model body type of the western society, long lean and thin the majority of women wish they possessed and the second least body type a man would want to have…. Most people don't fall into one set catagory but this is an overview of each Sorry that I’m kind of cut off visually in the video.Also, I agree above - typo on ecto-endo? That doesn't seem correct. These types aren’t set in stone, but they can give you extra insight into whether you’re going to have to expend way more energy to gain muscle (ecto) or lose fat (endo).īody type eating: Find out whether it’s right for you. You’re not going to see many (any?) endomorphs in the NBA or as long-distance runners, but on the flip side it will be a cold day in hell before you see any ectos as football lineman or heavyweight powerlifters (for the most part). It can give you a sense of your natural strengths and weaknesses and which sports might be best suited to you. For example, ectos tend to do better with carbs, whereas endos do not. These categories of body types can give you some initial insight into which macros are better for you. The reason that the three of us did this video together is that each of us corresponds to the three main body types. Looks at a cake the wrong way and gains a pound. Easily gains size, which is good for muscle gain, but bad for fat loss. Rarely has to lose weight, but unlike the ectomorph can build muscle fairly easily.Įndomorph-Short, stocky, big-boned. But on the flip side it’s hard to gain muscle.
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Can eat anything they want without gaining a pound. You may not be familiar with these terms but I’ll bet when I describe them you’ll recognize them.Įctomorph-Typically tall and skinny. In this video, we talk about the three main body types, namely the ectomorph, the mesomorph, and the endomorph.