Body constitutional theory was developed in the 1940s by American psychologist William H. Sheldon, who believed that body type and your temperament are related. He classified the body into three basic types:
- Ectomorphic: characterized by long and thin muscles and limbs, low fat storage, and receding chin; usually referred to as slim. People with this body type may have to work to gain weight and keep it on.
- Mesomorphic: characterized by a medium bone structure, solid torso, low fat levels, wide shoulders with a narrow waist; usually referred to as muscular. People with this body type are often referred to as athletic and tend to metabolize their food efficiently, without excess weight gain.
- Endomorphic: characterized by increased fat storage, a wide waist, and a large bone structure; usually referred to as plump or overweight. People with this body type typically need to make a concerted effort to lose weight and build muscle tone. Speak with your doctor about your options.
Body constitutional theory was developed in the 1940s by American
psychologist William H. Sheldon, who believed that body type and
your temperament are related. He classified the body into three
basic types: Ectomorphic: characterized by long...
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Dr. Mehmet Oz answered:Body constitutional theory was developed in the 1940s by American psychologist William H. Sheldon, who believed that body type and your temperament are related. He classified the body into three basic types:
