Types of female figures. Every girl should know this.

My respect, gentlemen and, especially, our beautiful ladies! On the agenda is a topic that I have long promised to consider to the young ladies and somehow kept holding back. It sounds like this - types of female figures. It is worth saying that the information presented is quite interesting, because it allows you to understand a lot of things in practical terms of training, nutrition and simply everyday life. After reading, you will learn what types of figures exist in nature, how you need to train depending on them, and most importantly, what clothes are designed to emphasize the advantages and hide the disadvantages of a particular female form.

As always it’s intense, so let’s not waste a minute, let’s go.

Types of female figures: what are they?

I want to say right away that although the article has a feminine subtext, it will also be of interest to the male part of the audience, because the forms are female, but a man has a hand in them :). Therefore, I think it will be very interesting for guys to find out what type of figure their betrothed has. (or potential fiancé). In addition, very often I want to surprise my lady and buy her a set of beautiful lingerie or a luxurious dress, of course, without her knowledge, but here the question arises - what type of female figure does my chosen one have? After reading this note to the end, you will no longer have such questions. Well, for ladies, of course, it will be a hundred times more useful.

So, as you probably remember, we have already considered some issues of female anthropometry and, in particular, got acquainted with what it is. As for shape issues specifically, for young ladies with body types everything is much more complex and geometrically confusing than for men. No, no one has canceled the basic three (ectomorph, endomorph and mesomorph), but there are also more specific forms that most fully characterize the complexion of any representative of the fair sex.

At the beginning of the article I would like to say that the current shape of your body is a direct result of genetics (a program of anthropometric, and not only, changes, passed on from generation to generation) and way of life. You are the biological program of your parents, grandparents, etc. If the latter is usually very difficult and reluctant to change, then the lifestyle (food choices, activity level)– a relatively quick lever in the transformation process.

Note:

For better assimilation of the material, the narrative will proceed in the following manner. We will consistently study each body type, consider its features and the main points of training and nutrition.

Actually, we will start with the fact that everything exists 5 the main types of female figures and the first is...

Main types of female figures: pear

Also known as spoon (geometrically resembles the letter A). Women of this shape (and there are about 15% ) carry extra weight in the lower part of the body, mainly in the hips and buttocks, and their waist and bust are quite small. The legs and arms are their assets; they are always slim and fit. In general, the common characteristics are - short legs (wide calves and ankles) and full hips. Fat is deposited on the sides, buttocks and thighs. A generic problem is cellulite. A slouched back emphasizes all the flaws in your figure, so you must always maintain a proud posture.

Note:

One of the most attractive female body types for men because it focuses all the attention on large buttocks. Scientists say that a large "wife" evokes ancient instincts in the male's brain associated with breastfeeding. And this is a very strong “root” connection. In this regard, the pear enjoys increased interest from the male population :).

How to train correctly

To correct this shape of the figure, it is necessary to address the issues of expanding the shoulders (their girth) and the back. Low-intensity cardio in the form of walking, exercise on a treadmill (without an angle) and an elliptical trainer will help you get rid of excess weight in the lower body. Resistance training should be done at a gentle to moderate pace. Some of the best exercises are: dumbbell presses, lateral raises, lat pull-downs, etc. To work the upper body, keep the rep range around 6-8 .

As for adjusting the lower part, it is necessary to perform squats (moderate pace), leg extensions in the simulator and lunges. For better results, it is advisable to combine exercises in long series, supersets. Keep the number of repetitions from 10 before 15 .

Do you think Hollywood stars all have amazing figures? Nothing like that :), they just know their body type and what they can and cannot wear. In other words, they emphasize their uniform advantages and competently veil their shortcomings. Now you, my dear ladies, will know about this.

The ideal wardrobe for the top can be considered tight-fitting clothes. In summer, you should definitely wear tops that show off your best parts of the body - arms and back. The bottom should be dark to hide the wide lower half. Choose tube skirts just above the knee or straight-cut (letter A) skirts. An excellent option would be dark high-waisted jeans that you can tuck into your blouse.

The following stars are pear-shaped, and this is what their wardrobe looks like.

General tips for choosing clothes look like this.

Basic female body types: inverted triangle/V-shape

The shoulders of these representatives are much wider than their hips. They usually have a full bust, narrow hips and a flat butt. The waist is thin, there is a tendency to gain weight in the abdomen and upper body. The main asset is beautiful slender legs.

How to train correctly

To correct this shape of the figure, it is necessary to address the issues of gaining mass in the lower body so that it catches up with the upper one. The stepper is a good way to burn calories and add thickness to your legs. An incline treadmill is also suitable as a cardio activity. It is best to avoid elliptical machines because... the load on unsupported legs will be quite large.

High-quality development of the entire muscle layer of the legs is the main goal of training for such girls. It is necessary to focus on working the hips while performing deadlifts on straight legs. Lunges should be used as form-building exercises. (with dumbbells, barbell), entering platforms and jumping up from a deep seat. Moderate to heavy weights, keep reps in range 6-8 .

How to choose the right wardrobe

The key to having the right wardrobe is to balance broad shoulders, chest and back with a narrow lower body. This is achieved by choosing clothing that adds curves to your hips and creates a more defined waistline. Beautiful legs are best emphasized with the help of various skirts of different lengths (but not too short).

The following stars have an inverted triangle shape and this is what their wardrobe looks like.

Basic types of female figures: letter H/rectangle.

The most common type of female figure, which has more 45% American women. Women of these shapes have an athletic build (boyish appearance), bust, waist and hip measurements are approximately the same. Flat buttocks are a characteristic feature of a straight shape. These ladies have a high metabolic rate and have a hard time gaining weight. The main asset is slender and long legs. The main problems of the figure are a pronounced “flatness”.

How to train correctly

To correct this body shape, it is necessary to reduce cardio activity to a minimum and mainly use a stepper. To create a waist, you need to use (a hoop) and exercises for the abdominal muscles. The closest attention should be paid to weight training and, of course, enhanced nutrition.

Proper training should be intense and short. Each muscle group should be stressed once a week. It is necessary to focus on the intensity of exercise and building symmetrical proportions through proper training of the muscles of the shoulders, back and legs. Focus on heavy movements: bench press, shoulder press, lat pull-down, and squats. Range work 6-8 repetitions will help you gain muscle mass.

How to choose the right wardrobe

The main key in choosing a wardrobe is to create proportionality between the upper and lower parts of the body while simultaneously increasing the waist. You can wear tight-fitting clothes (such as a tube type dress) and add a dark wide belt to create a waist. To create a fuller effect, you need to proportionally add volume to the upper and lower parts of the body.

The following stars have a rectangle shape, and this is what their wardrobe looks like.

General tips for choosing clothes look like this:

Basic types of female figures: hourglass/figure eight/letter X

I am sincerely happy for all the girls with this type of figure - nature is favorable to you and has generously endowed you with the most appetizing forms. Usually, the hourglass shape causes great delight among men and black envy among women who do not have it. The height and weight of such representatives are in the proper proportion. The bust and hips are the same size and the waist to hip ratio is 0,7 . The body has graceful curves, and the buttocks are rounded. The upper body is proportional to the length of the legs, which are slender. Fat loss occurs evenly across all parts of the body.

Note:

According to statistics, when choosing a partner, men give preference to a woman who has a waist-to-hip ratio 0,7 or less. Also, scientific studies have shown that women with curves are less likely to experience infertility diseases.

How to train correctly

To maintain your figure, you need to alternate cardio training with strength training. Any type of cardiovascular activity is suitable. Two lessons per 25-30 minutes a week will be enough. This is the most progressive form for bodybuilding and fitness. A balanced training program with varying amounts of exercise is all that is needed. On average, work per program is 8-10 weeks, then it needs to be replaced.

How to choose the right wardrobe

The main key in choosing a wardrobe is to create proportionality between the upper and lower parts of the body, with an emphasis on the waist. Wide belts over blouses and dresses are a great way to show off your waist. Great legs need to be emphasized with skirts of varying lengths.

The following stars have hourglass shapes and this is what their wardrobe looks like.

General tips for choosing clothes look like this:

Main types of female figures: oval/circle/apple

Representatives of these forms are of average height, full bust, narrow hips and rather flat buttocks. Weight is primarily gained in the middle part (stomach and waist), which is why the appearance resembles an oval. The waist is the widest compositional part. Most often, women of these shapes have a short neck and a full face. The best asset is slender legs.

Note:

American anthropologist Elizabeth Kashdan found that the popular female shapes, hourglass and pear, are extremely rare among women who are forced to independently provide for themselves and their families. This is due to the high level of androgens in their body, which contributes to the accumulation of fatty tissue in the waist area.

How to train correctly

To reduce overall weight, regular cardio activity, such as on a treadmill or stepper, is necessary. Elliptical machines should be avoided because... they will help increase leg mass. You can shape your waist, including using a hoop and performing various abdominal exercises.

Strength training should focus on working your legs to create balance with your upper body. In order for the lower part to catch up with the upper, it is necessary to perform squats, leg presses and various types of deadlifts. The repetition range should be kept in the range 6-8 .

How to choose the right wardrobe

The main key in choosing a wardrobe is to remove the emphasis from the stomach and create a more defined waist. This is achieved by choosing clothing that adds curves and fullness to the bottom and tops that taper towards the waist. Legs need to be emphasized with skirts of medium (and slightly lower) length.

The following stars have an oval shape, and this is what their wardrobe looks like.

General tips for choosing clothes look like this:

Actually, we have analyzed the main types of female figures. Now a few practical points. Now you know what shape you have, all you have to do is choose the right wardrobe. Well, let's do this and select the most important accessory in the life of any girl - a wedding dress. It turns out that knowing your body type is not so difficult. All you need is knowledge (which we already have) and the following illustration.

Well, that’s a completely different matter, now we don’t have to go through tons of dresses, we know exactly our winning type and are strictly looking for it.

Main types of female figures: practical-scientific moment

I think you are aware that a woman’s figure changes with age, and not for the better. So, the Japanese Humanities Research Center found that a woman’s body changes with age in a certain sequence.

Specifically, these steps look like this.

Also for those who are in the tank), who have not understood anything and find it difficult to immediately determine their body type, I suggest using a convenient online calculator that will determine in a matter of seconds what kind of fruit you are - a pear or an apple. All you need to do is follow the link (www.prokerala.com/health/beauty/body-shape-calculator.php), select the metric (cm) system and enter your standard anthropometry parameters.

Here's how it worked out for me.

In my opinion, this was the last thing I would like to talk about, yes – the last. All that remains is to sum up the results and wave to each other.

Afterword

Today we learned what types of female figures there are and how to build your training process depending on them. In addition, we learned how to advantageously emphasize the advantages of a figure and hide its shortcomings. Now you simply must look good, my Aphrodites!

That's all, I was glad to see everyone, see you again!

PS. We don’t shy away from comments, we leave our notes for history.

P.P.S. Did the project help? Then leave a link to it in your social network status - plus 100 points for karma, guaranteed :) .

With respect and gratitude, Dmitry Protasov.