Suited to activities where being light or tall is an advantage as there is less weight to carry
Mesomorph
Low levels of fat
Solid build
Wide shoulders
Narrow hips
Individuals with an extreme mesomorph body type
Suited to activities requiring power, speed and strength
Endomorph
Wide hips
Narrow shoulders
Has a tendency to store fat
Sometimes referred to as 'pear shaped'
Individuals with an extreme endomorph body type
Suited to activities requiring power or where added weight is an advantage
Ectomorph
long distance cycling
Marathon runner
Mesomorph
Sprinter
Boxer
Endomorph
Rugby prop forward
Shot putter
Endomorphs can use their bulk to add momentum when throwing the shot-put. They can also use it to overpower or resist opponents in rugby
Mesomorphs can use their speed and strength to generate power in the legs when sprinting. They also use it to punch in boxing
Ectomorphs use their low body fat and weight to jump higher on the long jump and to run long distances without the excess weight from fat and muscle bulk
