a person with a well-developed muscular body
A person whose body shape consists mostly of muscle, bone and connective tissue, with a predisposition to muscular development; compare ectomorph and endomorph.
a body type described as athletic and muscular.
body type characterized with an ability to easily gain and lose muscle and fat; often referred to as “pear shape
There are three basic body types: Mesomorph, Endomorph and Ectomorph. The typical attributes of the Mesomorph body type are: An hourglass shape that is broader at the shoulders and hips, and narrower at the waist. Well developed and defined muscles on limbs and body trunk. High muscle to fat ratio. Medium to large boned. This symmetrical body can look fit even without exercise. Moderate metabolism. The problems associated with the Mesomorph body type are that it's naturally taut muscles get tighter with exercise. The upper back, neck and calf muscles are susceptible to injury. The effects of exercise on the Mesomorph are leanness, more muscle definition with a minimum of exercise and they are quick to drop fat. Weight loss enhances the Mesomorph's natural muscular definition. Weight gain will add a layer of fat, but the body will maintain a symmetrical proportion. There is a tendency to add weight in the abdomen. The exercise goals for the Mesomorph should be to increase endurance, maintain muscle definition and to regularly stretch tight muscles.