![]() In general, we don’t want you to get TOO caught up in this. Just think higher fats and protein, lower carbs. Again, don’t get caught up in the numbers. A macro breakdown for this body type might be around 25% carbs, 35% protein, and 40% fat. ![]() So that’s what we recommend: more fat and protein, less carbohydrates. Carbohydrates need to be controlled and properly timed (e.g., after exercise). But for the average person reading this, if this is you, it can mean a lower carbohydrate tolerance.Įndomorphs typically do best on a higher fat and protein diet. This leads to energy storage, including both lean mass and fat mass. Usually excess calories are stored as fat. A macro split of 40% carbohydrates, 30% protein, and 30% fat usually works well.Įndomorphs have a larger bone structure with a higher total body mass and fat mass. Mesomorphs typically do best on a diet consisting of balanced carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. This leads to the ability to gain muscle easily and maintain a lower body fat percentage. Mesomorphs tend to be testosterone and growth hormone dominant. Many explosive athletes like wrestlers and gymnasts fit the bill. Mesomorphs have a medium sized bone structure and athletic body, and if they’re active, they usually have a lot of lean mass. (Or instead of overthinking it, just think “higher carbs and lower fat.”) A nutrient breakdown for this body type might be around 55% carbs, 25% protein, and 20% fat. These people generally do best with more carbohydrates in the diet, a moderate protein, and lower fat. This is linked to a fast metabolic rate and a high carb tolerance. For you nerds, this means that they tend to be thyroid and SNS dominant with either a higher output or higher sensitivity to catecholamines like epinephrine and norepinephrine. Shall we? Too late, you’ve already read this much, this means you’re in for the long haul.Įctomorphs are thin people usually with smaller bone structures and thinner limbs. Let’s break down each group so you can start to make sense of that last paragraph. But most people can find their general tendencies lie in one of the 3 groups. An ectomorph who’s gained a little weight around the middle from a sedentary lifestyle and poor nutrition might assume they’re more endomorphic. Huh? For instance, a bodybuilder might be labeled a “natural” mesomorph when really they are an endomorph who’s trained and dieted hard or an ectomorph who’s spent years guzzling protein shakes and doing the power lifts. And years of training and good nutrition can change the outward appearance of your body. Now I’m going to throw a monkey wrench in the system and tell you that people very rarely fall perfectly into one of these categories. Like I said before, there are three general categories of body types (somatotypes is the technical term): ectomorph, mesomorph, and endomorph. ![]() ![]() Once you are able to figure out your body type, you can adjust your nutrition to help you reach your goals in terms of fitness and body composition! Differences in physique, physical appearance, can be linked to metabolic differences between people. ![]() In fact, (nerd alert) your body type can also tell us information about how you respond to food and about your hormonal and sympathetic nervous system (SNS) characteristics. The term “body type” goes far past just the way someone looks. And unfortunately, it’s true - those annoying ectos are those friends that always seem to be able to eat more pasta than you. Knowing whether you’re an ecto, meso, or endomorph can not only help you determine what sports suit you best, but also what you should be eating to fuel your activities. Have you ever noticed that people with certain physical traits tend to group together for sports or eat a certain way? That can be because of your body type. No, they aren’t super villians in the newest Power Rangers movie or Matrix Reboot. ![]()
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