Womens fitness in accordance with their body types
March 5, 2009
Body type of a person relates to the metabolism and genetic factors determining whether being fat, gaining muscle or staying thin. Our height, bone size, short stature, etc. are well programmed by birth. It is for us to first accept the natural look and then try to improve it with whatever we can. Physiologists have classified three basic body types especially for women.
Ectomorphic: These types of women happen to be thin and often tall with long limbs. The long torsos, hips and shoulder being slim, and small bones proportionally to their height are the characteristics of them. They are usually with a very high metabolic rate which makes it difficult for them to gain muscle and fat as well.
They normally require less of aerobic, but doing anaerobic or strength building exercises are good for them. If doing aerobic workout, then, it should be of minimum 20 minutes three times a week. If they want weight gain, they should follow the strength training programs with repetitions with heavier weights and rest span of 30 to 45 seconds.
Endomorphic: These types of women possess short limbs and torso in combination with rounded bodies. They have the tendency for fat storage and might possess big bones. This is why they are normally found with weight gain at the lower part of their bodies. They can possess curvaceous figure, for instance, Madonna. Many of them indulge themselves in fighting fat throughout their lives.
For the, a cardiovascular workout lasting for at least 30 to 40 minutes three to five times a week is desirable. They also need strength training program with repetitions of minimum 12 to 20 times and rest period of 30 to 50 seconds for increasing BMR (Basal Metabolic Rate).
Msomorphic: These types of women are characterized by square and sturdy bodies often combined with big bones. They possess athletically built body structure with more muscle development than the other types of women. If they are overweight, it is usually located around the abdomen. They need minimum 20-minute cardiovascular workout three times a week for maintaining fitness, and balanced strength training program. If being overweight, they seem apple-shaped carrying the extra weight at the midsection.
However, there is no sense in strictly categorizing yourself in one out of these three types. These may help you determine about your workouts. With whatever fitness level and body type, the WF weight loss and fitness program will help you a lot with its five training components related to cardiovascular, strength, flexibility, nutrition, and weight issues.
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