Posted on April 13, 2018 by Kate Halsall
This is the last in our series of blogs on Body Types and how the right training and nutrition can influence your results. Today we focus on Mesomorph, but if you have missed the rest of the series, fear not, as the links are at the bottom of the page.
The Mesomorph Revealed
Britannica.com describes a Mesomorph as “marked by greater than average muscular development” – I’m jealous of Mesomorphs immediately! Research suggests that Mesomorphs can gain and lose weight easily – lucky you! Mesomorphs tend to have the figure that some of us long for: athletic, lean, and look like they’re in peak physical condition even if they’ve never walked into a gym. Wow. But it’s not all superhuman goodness; Mesomorphs can’t simply eat what they want and get away with it (even if they look like they can), as that weight will go on quickly.
Diet for Mesomorphs
To maximise the body composition of a Mesomorph, good quality fats are recommended alongside moderate carbs and timed protein intake – well if you want to remain lean, you do what you have to do! Just remember, the more muscle you have, the more calories you need to maintain that muscle!
Exercise for Mesomorphs
Due to your athletic build, Mesomorphs are suited to power and speed training: think moderate endurance training (unless you want to bulk), sprints, box jumps and other plyometrics. One website also recommended Yoga or Pilates for flexibility. One thing is for sure: if you want to avoid putting on fat, you need to do cardio; and you’re looking at a combination of HIIT and 30-45 mins of steady state cardio.
If you’re a Mesomorph– does this help you? Let us know!
http://www.m8north.co.uk/blog/are-you-training-for-your-body-type/
http://www.m8north.co.uk/blog/are-you-training-for-your-body-type-part-2-ectomorph