Body type workouts are a great way to get results if you've been working out for a long time and your body doesn't seem to respond to your current plan . If you exercise consistently you've probably figured out that one-size-fits-all fitness and diet plans won't help you get your best body. The best way to maximize your body’s potential is to customize your fitness and diet plan to your body type. Every person falls into one of three basic types: endomorph, mesomorph, or ectomorph. Each of these has specific characteristics that respond best to different types of workouts and diets. Identify your type from the descriptions below then follow the recommendations for your best body.
Endomorphs are soft, round or curvy, and generally pear shaped (think Jennifer Lopez or Jennifer Love Hewitt). They can gain muscle easily but have trouble losing weight especially fat. The best workouts for this type include circuit training or full body strength training that includes super-sets, tri-sets, or compound sets. Weight training this way provides more of a cardiovascular workout and burns more calories. Add 20 min. of high intensity interval training cardio 3 times a week for maximum fat burning.
Great Workouts for Endomorphs
The Firm: Maximum Body Shaping
Interval Step Class
Boot Camp Workouts
Crosstrainer Intervals
Tae-Bo II Get Ripped Advanced
Kickboxing Class
Mesomorphs have medium to large frames and their shoulders are usually wider than their hips (think Madonna and Jessica Biel). They can get muscular easily and don’t have a problem losing weight or fat. The best workouts for this type include bootcamp training or peripheral heart action training (phat) with moderate weight. If you’re not interested in getting too muscular try combining yoga cardio and weights as well. In addition perform 30 min. of interval cardio 3-4 times a week and don’t forget to stretch on a regular basis to avoid injuries.
Great Workouts for Mesomorphs
Circuit Training
Cardio Workouts That Work!
Running/Sprinting Workouts
Pilates and Yoga
Crunch Cardio Sculpt Video
Athletic Training Class
Jump Rope Workouts
Ectomorphs are petite, very thin, and their shoulders are the same width as their hips (think Christina Aguilera). They have a very difficult time putting on muscle or maintaining their weight and can get injured easily. The best workout for this type includes working each muscle group once a week with heavy weight along with moderate intensity cardio and basic stretching. Perform 2-3 basic exercises per body part, 3-4 sets at 6-10 repetitions. Stick to basic moves like push-ups, step-ups, squats, and rows. In addition perform 20-30 min. of cardio 3 times a week.
Great Workouts for Ectomorphs
Treadmill Walking
Lifecycle
Boxing
Power Lifting Workouts
Kettlebell Workouts
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