Definition
Mesomorph is one of the three main somatotype body types, characterized by a medium, athletic build with muscularity and lower body fat levels.
Explanation
- Mesomorphs gain muscle easily and tend to be strong, broad-shouldered and narrow-waisted. Their metabolism is efficient.
- They struggle less adding mass and definition compared to ectomorphs and endomorphs due to favorable muscle building genetics.
- Many successful athletes and weight trainers are mesomorphs or have mesomorphic tendencies. They benefit from focused fitness regimens.
- A combination diet with sufficient protein along with tailored training that accounts for their propensity to gain mass optimizes results.
Examples
- A sprinter with visible quad, chest and arm musculature.
- A fitness model with enviable shoulders tapering to a narrow waist.
Related Terms
- Somatotype, ectomorph, endomorph, body types
Common Questions
- Do mesomorphs have to diet to stay lean? They can more easily stay leaner than endomorphs but diet still optimizes body composition.
- What’s the best training for mesomorphs? Challenging compound lifts with some isolation exercises for definition.
Do Not Confuse With
- Ectomorph – Lean slender build with difficulty building mass.
- Endomorph – Greater tendency to store fat with a curvier build.
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