The Real Reason Your Workouts Aren't Working

Not all bodies are created equal, so it’s crucial to know your body type before settling into an exercise routine.

- Adora Wong

Hitting the gym thrice a week but still can’t get the results you want? It might be because you aren’t working out according to your body type. By that, we’re refering to the concept of somatotypes, which was popularised in the 1940s. According to the theory, still widely used in the athletic world, there are three distinct body types – ectomorph, endomorph and mesomorph – and each of us falls into at least one of these categories.

According to the concept, just as different types of plants require different amounts of water and sunlight to thrive, different body types require different forms of conditioning to be in their best shape.

As such, many personal trainers, nutritionists and doctors tailor their programmes with somatotypes in mind, believing it’s essential to train and eat for your body type in order to experience a significant change.

Know your body type