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Somatotypes Flashcards

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What is the definition of somatotype?

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Somatotype is a method of classifying body types. There are three somatotypes: ectomorph,mesomorph, and endomorph.

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What is the definition of ectomorphe?

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Ectomorphe is a somatotype characterised by being tall and thin,with narrow shoulders and narrow hips.

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What is the definition of mesomorph?

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Mesomorph is a somatotype characterised by a muscular appearance,wide shoulders and narrow hips.

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What is the definition of endomorph?

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Endomorphe is a somatotype characterised by a pear-shaped body and a tendency towards fatness. Endomorphs have wide hips and narrow shoulders.

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What is the definition of endomorph?

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Endomorphe is a somatotype characterised by a pear-shaped body and a tendency towards fatness. Endomorphs have wide hips and narrow shoulders.

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