Somatotypes Flashcards
Endomorph
• High content of fat
- Pear shaped body
• Fat round middle, thighs and upper arms
Activities that suit endomorphs:
• Sumo-wrestling – large size is difficult to force
out of the ring and can be used to create short
powerful actions.
• Shot Putter – Extra bulk allows for a more
powerful release of shot.
Mesomorph
• Broad shoulders and thin waist
- Wedge shape
• Large muscle content
• Strong arms and thighs
• Little body fat
Activities that suit mesomorphs:
• Sprinting – muscular arms and legs to help
produce more power resulting in them
running quicker.
• Weightlifter – Large muscles helps provide the
force required to lift heavier weights
• Rugby player – Muscle helps generate force
required when making contact with
opponents.
Ectomorph
• Very thin, lean and usually tall
• Narrow shoulders, hips and chest
• Not much fat / muscle
• Long arms and legs
Activities that suit ectomorphs:
• High Jump / Pole Vault – lighter so
less weight to lift in the air over the
bar.
• Marathon runner / Long distance
runners – Lighter so less weight to
carry + longer stride length so can
cover larger distance with each
stride.
