Station 9: Somatotyping and Talent ID Flashcards
1
Q
What are the somatotypes?
A
Endomorph: relative fatness
Mesomorph: relative musculoskeletal robustness
Ectomorph: relative linearity or slenderness
2
Q
What is the order for a somatotype rating?
A
Endomorph | Mesomorph | Ectomorph
3
Q
Advantages/Disadvantages for each somatotype?
A
Ectomorph: good cardiovascular health but poor upper body strength
Mesomorph: good strength but bad ROM
Endomorph: more floatation/buoyancy but poor cardiovascular health
4
Q
What measurements do you need to calculate endomorphy?
A
3 skinfolds: triceps, subscapular, supraspinale
5
Q
What measurements do you need to calculate mesomorphy?
A
Height
Weight
Femur width
Biceps girth - triceps skinfold
Calf girth - calf skinfold
6
Q
What measurements do you need to calculate ectomorphy?
A
Height and Weight
