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What your body type says about your health
In the world of health and wellness, the concept of body type has become quite the buzzword, not just for aesthetic reasons but also for its impact on health. The three main body types, ectomorph, ...
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Do you know your body type?
Bone structure, how easily you gain muscle, and where you tend to store fat all help define your somatotype (body type). Learn how to personalize your fitness goals based on your body type.
The body-positive movement has encouraged people, especially women, to see beauty in all shapes and sizes, and it's reminded us that body ideals are culturally constructed and not based on science.
When it comes to body types, it’s not just how much weight you carry — it’s where you store it. Research shows that people with apple-shaped bodies — those with a wider midsection and less defined ...
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