The Science Behind the Muscle
There are three distinctly different body types. Each of which responds in a very different way, both to diet and to exercise. To get the most out of any fitness regime, a knowledge of the body type that you possess is extremely useful.
These body types are Ectomorph, Mesomorph and Endomorph.
I will now endeavor to outline these body types and the traits with which they may be recognized. Broadly speaking these three body types exhibit the following traits.
Ectomorph.
An Ectomorphic body tends towards the slim. The bones are relatively thin. Fat levels are usually low, and the musculature tends to be fairly slight. Aerobically such individuals tend to gain quickly, however muscle gain is generally slow.
Mesomorph.
A Mesomorphic body type tends to gain muscle rather quickly and recovers between workouts far faster than the Ectomorphic body is able to do. This body type also tends towards the lean and is medium in broadness.
Endomorph.
The Endomorph tends to gain fat quite easily, together with muscle. However aerobically such individuals tend to gain slowly. Such individuals tend towards the broad in stature.