There are four body types, each has unique hormonal and metabolic characteristics. These types are Android, Gynaeoid, Thyroid and Lymphatic. Some bodies remain lean and thin, while others gain weight easily. You have inherited. your body type from your parents.
Remember that you can't change your body type, height and bone structure, but you can certainly change your body shape and body fat levels. Some people do not fit into any of the categories given below. Regular exercise and a healthy diet will make you healthy and fit.
Type | Characteristics |
Android,
Mesomorph  | Anabolic metabolism, leading to a body building tendency. Prominent physical & mental strength. Tend to produce more male hormones than do other body types. Broad shoulders, a large rib cage and strong muscular limbs. Narrow pelvis and hips. An apple shape body. Weight gain in the abdomen & upper part of the body. Cellulite in the abdominal area, trunk and upper buttocks. |
Thyroid,
Ectomorph  | A high metabolic rate, they can eat generously and need not to worry about weight gain. Body fat levels are low and have difficulty gaining weight. Long limbs with fine, narrow bones. Like caffeine, nicotine, artificial sweeteners etc. with few side effects. Unlikely to develop cellulite. In some cases, it will be on the buttocks and backs of the thighs. |
Gynaeoid  | Predominance of female hormone, oestrogen. Overall curved body with good size breast, large buttocks, and curved hips and thighs, but small tapered waist. Excessive oestrogens promote fat deposition around hips, thighs and buttocks, with cellulite. Like foods with fat and sugars. Low fat diet can result in fat loss from the breasts, shoulders and arms, but not from the buttocks and thighs. |
Lymphatic,
Endomorph  | Very slow metabolic rate. Weight gain occurs over the entire body very easily, accompanied by a dysfunctional lymphatic system with fluid retention. The bone structure appears to be absent. Appears fatter than their actual weight. Cellulite is common. Like dairy products, and do not like any exercise or physical activity. Weight loss efforts can be excellent and long lasting. |