"Body Type"

Not every body's created equal. Before you start your training and nutrition regimen, it's a good idea to figure out your body type. Knowing which of the three basic body types you're closest to will help you better tailor your diet and exercise plan and set realistic, attainable goals that pave the way to your success.

There are three basic human body types:

1.ECTOMORPH: Narrow hips and clavicles, Small joints (wrist/ankles), Thin build, Stringy muscle bellies, Long limbs

  Ectomorphs are the body type that is the most resistant to weight gain due to a fast metabolism. In other words, ectomorphs are often able to overeat, while gaining little or even no weight. 

          This body type is mainly characterized by it’s lack of mass, i.e. ectomorphs tend to have little body fat, are only lightly muscled and have a small frame (and joints). Because they have little fat, bone and muscle, ectomorphs naturally weigh less.This lack of mass also means that female ectomorphs tend to have a more linear body shape.

Ectomorph Eating Plan: Eat lean protein with every meal, Eat unprocessed carbs, Eat fruits and vegetables everyday, Eat good fats with every meal (except post-workout)

2. MESOMORPH : Wide clavicles, Narrow waist, Thinner joints, Long and round muscle bellies

Mesomorph are the body type that is naturally athletic physique with well-developed muscles.However, this doesn't mean you can eat whatever you want and lie around on the couch all day. You still need a targeted diet and fitness plan that helps you avoid fat gain and improve your overall health.

The mesomorph body type responds the best to weight training. Gains are usually seen very quickly, especially for beginners. The downside to mesomorphs is they gain fat more easily than ectomorphs. This means they must watch their calorie intake. Usually a combination of weight training and cardio works best for mesomorphs.

Mesomorph Eating Plan:  Eat quality foods - Don't skimp on your frutits and veggies, don't stack on non workout day nutriton, control caloric intake and meal size with frequent meals.

3. ENDOMORPH: Blocky, Thick rib cage, Wide/thicker joints, Hips as wide (or wider than clavicles), Shorter limbs

Endomorph are naturally high degree of body fat, especially around the midsection. Endomorphs usually struggle to control their weight although it may simply mean more determination is needed for an endomorph to lose as much weight as a mesomorph.

The endomorphic body type is the complete opposite of an ectomorph. This individual will usually be larger in appearance with heavier fat accumulation and little muscle definition. They find it hard to drop the weight even though they try several diets or workout programs.

Endomorph Eating Plan: Control your caloric intake and meal sizewith frequent small meals,limit total carbohydrate consumption, limit carbohydrates to specific meals, Eat quality foods - Don't skimp on your frutits and veggies, eat less on the days you do not workout.