Somatotypes

Question 1

Ectomorph key characteristics

Answer 1

Long thin frame
does not build muscle easily
generally, does not store fat easily
narrow hips and narrow shoulders

suited to sports where being light or tall in an advantage as there is less weight to carry

Question 2

Mesomorph key characteristics

Answer 2

wide shoulders and narrow hips
solid build - higher muscle mass
low levels of fat

suited to activities requiring power, strength and speed

Question 3

Endomorph key characteristics

Answer 3

‘pear-shaped’ body
narrow shoulders with wide hips
has a tendency to store fat

suited to activities that require power, r where added weight is an advantage

Question 4

Ectomorph sporting examples. Why?

Answer 4

ectomorphs use their low body fat and weight to jump higher on the high jump and to run long distances without the excess weight from fat and muscle bulk

Question 5

Mesomorph sporting examples. Why?

Answer 5

mesomorphs can use their speed and strength to generate power in the legs when sprinting
they also use it to punch in boxing, with a greater force and speed

Question 6

Endomorph sporting examples. Why?

Answer 6

endomorphs can use their bulk t add momentum when throwing the shot put
they can also use it to overpower or resist opponents in rugby (rugby forward)