Body Types: Are You an Ectomorph, Mesomorph, or Endomorph?

Notice how the fingers meet:

Ectomorph: The fingers are said to overlap or cross easily.

Mesomorph: The fingertips are said to touch without significant overlap or a noticeable gap.

Endomorph: The fingertips are said to remain apart and cannot easily touch.

This test should be viewed as a simple informal exercise rather than a scientifically validated method of determining body type or predicting how your body responds to food and exercise.

Characteristics Traditionally Associated With Each Body
Type

1. Ectomorph
2. Appearance: Traditionally described as lean, with relatively long limbs and lower levels of body fat.

Metabolism: Ectomorphs are often described as