endomorphs
Soft body types
Endomorphs are people with a body type characterized by a soft, rounded physique and a tendency to store fat easily.
The term comes from a mid-twentieth-century system classifying human builds into three categories: endomorph, mesomorph, and ectomorph.
Though the underlying theory has been largely discredited, the vocabulary persists in fitness and bodybuilding circles: Endomorphs often struggle with weight loss.
Physical build category
- SheldonMale given name
- stockyShort and solidly built
- roundedHaving no sharp angles
- softYielding to touch
heavyset · thickset · pear-shaped · apple-shaped · wide hips · broad shoulders · short limbs · large frame
Cells' glucose uptake ability
- slow metabolismInefficient energy conversion rate
- thyroid functionButterfly gland's hormonal output
- metabolic rateBody's energy consumption pace
- glucose toleranceAbility to metabolize blood sugar
cortisol · hormonal balance · energy expenditure · basal metabolic rate · blood sugar · lipogenesis · caloric intake · weight management
Bodily tissue proportions
- BMIWeight-to-height ratio
- body measurementsRecorded physical dimensions
- calipersAdjustable-jaw measuring device
- skinfoldDoubled layer of dermis
body fat percentage · waist circumference · bioimpedance · lean mass · anthropometric · measurement · physical assessment
Gaining size intentionally
- cuttingDividing via sharp edge
- weight trainingExercise using resistance loads
- powerliftingMaximal barbell competition sport
- strongmanPowerful lifter or despot
caloric surplus · protein intake · muscle building · strength training · hypertrophy · deadlifts · squats · bench press
Pulse-elevating exercise regimen
- HIITAlternating intense and rest periods
- circuit trainingRotating multi-station exercise routine
- calorie deficitIntake below expenditure
- portion controlLimiting serving sizes
low-carb diet · intermittent fasting · active lifestyle · weight loss · personal trainer · gym · fitness goals · endurance training
body type
Physical build category
soft · heavyset · thickset · pear-shaped · apple-shaped · wide hips · broad shoulders · short limbs · large frame · slow metabolism
insulin sensitivity
Cells' glucose uptake ability
- slow metabolismInefficient energy conversion rate
- thyroid functionButterfly gland's hormonal output
- metabolic rateBody's energy consumption pace
glucose tolerance · cortisol · hormonal balance · energy expenditure · basal metabolic rate · blood sugar · lipogenesis · caloric intake · weight management
body composition
Bodily tissue proportions
- BMIWeight-to-height ratio
- body measurementsRecorded physical dimensions
- calipersAdjustable-jaw measuring device
skinfold · body fat percentage · waist circumference · bioimpedance · lean mass · anthropometric · measurement · physical assessment
bulking
Gaining size intentionally
- cuttingDividing via sharp edge
- weight trainingExercise using resistance loads
- powerliftingMaximal barbell competition sport
strongman · caloric surplus · protein intake · muscle building · strength training · hypertrophy · deadlifts · squats · bench press · off-season
cardio
Pulse-elevating exercise regimen
- HIITAlternating intense and rest periods
- circuit trainingRotating multi-station exercise routine
- calorie deficitIntake below expenditure
portion control · low-carb diet · intermittent fasting · active lifestyle · weight loss · personal trainer · gym · fitness goals · endurance training · aerobic exercise