Personal Trainer Rachael Attard Shares 15-minute Workout To Get Rid Of Saddlebags – S Chronicles

ECTOMORPH

Ectomorphs are usually naturally slim (like Victoria’s Secret models) and have a hard time building muscle.

If you’re an ectomorph body type, chances are you already have naturally skinny legs. So your goal here is to maintain (or maybe lose a little) stubborn lower body fat while building lean muscle mass.

This way your legs get tone and definition and you avoid the skinny fat look.

What is the best diet for an ectomorph?

Rachael recommends you focus on the healthy, slow-release items like whole wheat bread, brown rice, whole wheat pasta, quinoa, and vegetables.

“An ideal macronutrient ratio is 40-50 percent carbohydrate, 30-35 percent protein, and 20-25 percent fat,” Rachael said.

“For your ectomorph body type, add healthy fats and protein to every meal. This will also help you recover from your workout faster.”

Rachael (pictured) shared the three different body types and how each body type should train for best results

MESOMORPH

Mesomorphs can be quite athletic and quick to respond to exercise, meaning they pack on muscle easily.

You can lose weight very quickly, but you can also gain weight quickly. They are usually of average size.

If you’re a mesomorph, overtraining like squats and lunges can easily lead to bulky legs. So your goal here is to reduce body fat and avoid exercises that massage your legs in the process.

What is the best diet for a mesomorph?

From a nutritional standpoint, mesomorphs look their best when eating balanced macros — filled with 30-35 percent carbohydrates, 35-40 percent protein, and 30 percent fat.

Mesomorphs should also keep an eye on their calorie intake, as they can easily gain weight if they eat too much sugar.

ENDOMORPH

Endomorphs are naturally strong physiques and larger frames. They can build muscle very quickly and it’s a little harder for them to lose weight. But it’s not impossible!

If you’re an endomorph body type, your goal is to really focus on reducing total body fat and completely avoiding any workouts that can cause you to bulk up.

What is the best diet for an endomorph?

Endomorphs should eat a low-carb diet because their bodies aren’t very good at processing carbs.

“Make sure most of your carbs come from fruits and vegetables, and skip starches like pasta, bread, and rice,” Rachael said.

You also need to keep your fat and protein intake high. Think lean meats, oily fish, nuts, seeds and avocado.