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#208: Genetics and somatotypes - should you train for your body type?

#208: Genetics and somatotypes - should you train for your body type?

Update: 2025-03-06
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You may have heard of the different somatotypes. Somatotypes categorize someone based on their body type: ectomorph, endomorph, or mesomorph. Shannon explains where this theory came from, how much genetics play a role in your results, and if/how you should train for your body type. 

0:00 : Introduction 

1:30 : How genetics influences fitness results 

5:15 : Should you train differently based on your somatotype? 

10:30 : What to do if you're struggling to gain muscle 

16:00 : What to do if you're struggling to lose fat

18:57 : When is it time to see a provider? 

19:40 : Final thoughts 

To take our free 35-minute Upper Body Build class taught by Dr. Shannon, visit portal.evlofitness.com.

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#208: Genetics and somatotypes - should you train for your body type?

#208: Genetics and somatotypes - should you train for your body type?

Dr. Shannon Ritchey, PT, DPT