Mar 05 2025 20 mins 5
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
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