Ectomorph type

These are thin individuals who tend to be tall.

Characteristics

• A thin face and high forehead with a receding chin.
• A thin narrow chest and abdomen
• Very little muscle and  fat on the body
• Thin legs and arms
• Narrow shoulders and narrow hips

Sporting activities suitable for ectomorphs
Ectomorphs have the opposite body type to endomorphs and can often be found in endurance events. Ectomorphs would therefore be suited for: long distance running (for example marathon, 1500m, 3000m, 5000m); high jump, pole vault, horse racing.