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Somatotypes
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GCSE Physical Education (Mind & Body) Mind Map on Somatotypes, created by Lucy Colson on 13/06/2016.
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Somatotypes
What are Somatotypes
Term describing different body types or an individual's physical build
It is generally thought that having a certain body type make you more suited for a certain activity/ sport
Three extreme body types: Mesomorph, Ectomorph, Endomorph
Mesomorph
Key Characteristics:
low level of fat
builds muscle eaisly
solid build
wide shoulders
narrow hips
Sports that benefit from a Mesoorphic body type most
speed
sprinitng
strength
weight lifting
boxing
Ectomorph
Key Characteristics:
long, thin frame
narrow shoulders and hips
slim build
generally doesn't build muscle easily
generally doesn't store fat easily
Sports that beneifit from an Ectomorphic body type most
long distance running
high jump
Endomorph
Key Characteristics:
wide hips
narrow shoulders
has a tendency to store fat
Sports that benefit from having an Endomorphic body type most
shot putt
sumo wrestling
some positions in rugby
props
Anorexia (aka Anorexia Nervosa)
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