Female Endomorphs - Before and After Pics (And Tips?)

ajhugz

I have this body type and I don't find it hard to lose weight as long as I apply exercise and a good diet. I change up my routine often and try to incorporate exercise throughout my day such as taking the stairs instead of the elevator. Changing my diet has helped the most. I gain weight quickly if I don't eat a decent diet and too much junk food.

I think another thing that has helped is tackling my stressors by doing yoga and medItating.I haven't hit a plateau and have lost 9 lbs in a month. I do ripped in 30 by Jillian Michaels with some additional cardio.

Almost forgot, I take supplements, but I'm not sure if they have helped my weight loss. Multi Vitamin, Vitamin B Complex, Biotin, Omega 3, and cayenne tincture.

carlysuzanne85

I love seeing these before and afters! It's taken me a long time to accept that I can't eat the way everyone else does and stay the same size as an endomorph. It's so frustrating that I will forever have to be more diligent than others with my food choices but c'est la vie. It's taken me six months to lose ten pounds but through strength training, running, and Insanity, I've been losing a lot of inches as well. I'm still figuring out what that "sweet spot" is for me on calories and macros to get to and maintain my goal.

TigressPat

most overweight women look like endomorphs even if they aren't. when they lose weight, they might turn into a mesomorph.

KaraAlste

I was an endomorph my whole childhood and into my teenage years. Now, I am trying to put on some weight. I think keeping your numbers in a healthy range equates to health. Meaning body weight, blood pressure and heart rate. Seeing pics of success stories is very inspirational. I think it would be great to document your own success. GL.

Mommy4812

http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/becker3.htm

Here's a "quiz" to see what your body type is. I think it might make the distinctions a little easier.

It says I'm between an endomorph and a mesomorph...interesting. I haven't found it too hard to lose weight but I do love sugar and sweets!

Mommy4812

Freaking awesome progress, BTW!

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You look great!

sPaRkLiNgLYFE

i think i have this body type as well, then again i don't gain muscle easily

NewTnme

I hear no grains. What about oatmeal for breakfast. Or is it better to have eggs and turkey sausage?

alexiaans

Freaking awesome progress, BTW!

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You go girl! Awesome progress!

amaodonnell

I know I am one! I am still working on getting the weight off. It gets hard. I get down, the something happens, I hit a plateau and my eating gets off and I gain back. Frustrating!

merflan

Endomorph here. I love this thread. I've been at it forever and struggle for weeks to lose one pound. I love to work out, am strong - but don't see a ton of defenition. Its very frustrating.

ebonie101

Endomorph here. I love this thread. I've been at it forever and struggle for weeks to lose one pound. I love to work out, am strong - but don't see a ton of defenition. Its very frustrating.

definition where? if you mean while lifting weights then try lifting smaller at maybe 70% of your max rate. i always lift light/medium weights and my arms are more cut than my brothers cause he lift heavy at like 95% of his max rate

ebonie101

Freaking awesome progress, BTW!

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think i fixed it

You go girl! Awesome progress!

thank you

Nikkilynn32710

http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/becker3.htm

Here's a "quiz" to see what your body type is. I think it might make the distinctions a little easier.

It says I'm between an endomorph and a mesomorph...interesting. I haven't found it too hard to lose weight but I do love sugar and sweets!

Same! I just took the quiz and it says I'm between as well.... dang, I knew the sweets/sugars were killing me but its so dang hard to ditch!

alexiaans

I, in no way, mean to be offensive, but couldn't most overweight people be considered "endomorph"? I had to look up what endomorph was, so this question comes from complete ignorance. Just curious.

I think from the research I have done, Endomorph has less to do with the number on the scale but how our bodies respond to diet and excercise. Meaning, even with the most effort, our body holds on to fat stubbornly and therfore our bodies don't respond as quicly as other types do. Even those who have done extreme dieting (unhealthy measures, such as dropping calories down too low, over-excercising, fasting, etc) don't have the quick response either (DISCLAIMER - I am NOT advocating for extreme dieting, BTW).

I run, kickbox, stair, HIIT training everyday, weight train every day, mix up my workouts, eat a clean diet, drink copius amounts of water, get plenty of sleep, keep my stress levels low, hit my protein/carb/fat ratios, supplement, etc. Most of all I'm CONSISTENT. According to MFP I should lose 1.5 pounds a week.

More like 1.5 pounds a month. However, inches tend to melt off my body quicker than the pounds, which I will take gladly. :-)

alexiaans

I realize that I'm the OP and didn't even bother posting my own PROGRESS pics. And I say PROGRESS because I'm not there yet!



Here's another photo that shows after/before picture, although its a little blurry. This gives a better idea of my body type, Endomorph. The picture on the right in red is the before. As you can see, although I am heavier I am more "curves" than anything. The after picture in pink I am still curvy but my legs are more muscular and I look a lot leaner.



And another (this is an older progress pic from last year):

alexiaans

oops!

eevincheezburger

This is two months of work... I have always been an endomorph. Never seen my abs and have always had the "rolls" of fat, and the spare tire. I am determined to see my abs at some point!

Some people lose fat just by diet. Some lose it just by exercise. But we as endomorphs have to be strict on both. And really, that's not such a bad thing, because it's healthier for -everyone- and will pay off over the years anyway.

I exercise with a combination of HIIT, circuit training, plyometrics, cardio (just 2-3 mile runs), weights, aerobics, and a few other things. I do this 4-6 days per week and usually burn around 350-600 calories per session (according to my heart rate monitor). I want to start doing regular lifting a bit more, it's just that I don't have anyone to go to the gym with me, so it makes it kind of intimidating to add more weight if I need help.

As for food, I eat 130-150g protein per day, 7 small meals per day, 1200-1500 calories per day (depending on workouts). I try to load up on as much veggies as I can. Fruit is once or twice per week, maybe. Stevia has been substituted for sugar, no more pasta... Brown rice here and there (I get most of my carbs through my whole grain oatmeal in the mornings). Lean grilled/baked meats for lunch and dinner. I let myself have a "treat" meal once per week.

I weigh 134 lbs right now but have more definition on my stomach/back than I did when I weighed 125 and just dieted/ran. I can't wait to see what I look like by July. Anyway, I'm still learning too, and I'm trying to stick with a diet/lifestyle that I can maintain for the rest of my life. I think that's the missing piece in endomorph fitness- going too extreme and knocking ourselves out. Find the middle place and stick with it.

jlapey

http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/becker3.htm

Here's a "quiz" to see what your body type is. I think it might make the distinctions a little easier.

It says I'm between an endomorph and a mesomorph...interesting. I haven't found it too hard to lose weight but I do love sugar and sweets!

Same! I just took the quiz and it says I'm between as well.... dang, I knew the sweets/sugars were killing me but its so dang hard to ditch!

Oh good! I'm not the only betweener. (endo/meso) Thought I was weird or something. I notice it takes me twice as long to lose what others lose and complain about. It's been almost 8 months and I've only lost 13 pounds. Some girl was complaining on another thread that it took her 3 months to lose 15. Really? I wish!

alexiaans

This is two months of work... I have always been an endomorph. Never seen my abs and have always had the "rolls" of fat, and the spare tire. I am determined to see my abs at some point!

Some people lose fat just by diet. Some lose it just by exercise. But we as endomorphs have to be strict on both. And really, that's not such a bad thing, because it's healthier for -everyone- and will pay off over the years anyway.

I exercise with a combination of HIIT, circuit training, plyometrics, cardio (just 2-3 mile runs), weights, aerobics, and a few other things. I do this 4-6 days per week and usually burn around 350-600 calories per session (according to my heart rate monitor). I want to start doing regular lifting a bit more, it's just that I don't have anyone to go to the gym with me, so it makes it kind of intimidating to add more weight if I need help.

As for food, I eat 130-150g protein per day, 7 small meals per day, 1200-1500 calories per day (depending on workouts). I try to load up on as much veggies as I can. Fruit is once or twice per week, maybe. Stevia has been substituted for sugar, no more pasta... Brown rice here and there (I get most of my carbs through my whole grain oatmeal in the mornings). Lean grilled/baked meats for lunch and dinner. I let myself have a "treat" meal once per week.

I weigh 134 lbs right now but have more definition on my stomach/back than I did when I weighed 125 and just dieted/ran. I can't wait to see what I look like by July. Anyway, I'm still learning too, and I'm trying to stick with a diet/lifestyle that I can maintain for the rest of my life. I think that's the missing piece in endomorph fitness- going too extreme and knocking ourselves out. Find the middle place and stick with it.

You look amazing! Excellent work! I see some abs creaping in there!

I haven't been limiting fruit lately because I am trying out juicing for breakfast for the next 30 days. I will say that I too, lay off the fruit otherwise. Even sugar from those sources can wreck havoc.

You have a very balanced approach and no wonder you are having great results! Keep it up!

paulinegrant01

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PBsMommy

http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/becker3.htm

Here's a "quiz" to see what your body type is. I think it might make the distinctions a little easier.

According to this, I'm a mesomorph. That shocks me quite a bit, but maybe that's because I have been fat my entire adult life and never saw my muscles, lol

Anyway, please endomorph ladies, proceed.

Based on the quiz, I am a mesomorph as well...

Honestly, I would say I was more of a mix of meso and endo... short and stocky and carrying some extra fat, but I have a fairly decent metabolism, build muscle fairly easy and lean towards a larger bone structure...

seamanny

Eating tips for endomorph body type:

1. Eats lots of good protein: lean meats like chicken, fish and eggs, peanut butter and low fat cheese are good sources of protein. Also beans and legumes are excellent if you don't have a problem with a little gas now and then.

2. Lower your carbohydrate intake. Do not cut carbs out entirely, just make better choices by eating slower converting carbs like brown rice (in small quantities, 1/2 cup),green leafy vegetables like spinach, kale and varieties of lettuce, green beans, cauliflower and broccoli, limit corn, peas and carrots because they contain more sugar when broken down in the system. The low glycemic index of vegetables can help you make good choices... The Glcemic Index Database

3. Eat more whole grains and cereals like oatmeal and bran and limit refined sugars. No soda, not even diet soda. Switch to flavored waters or unsweetened tea.

4. Eat 6 small meals a day instead of 3. Eating more frequently will help boost your metabolism and help you burn fat. This can be done easily by making your meals a little smaller and including 3 snacks a day between scheduled meals. Your typical day would go like this: breakfast, mid day snack, lunch, afternoon snack, dinner and evening snack. The snacks can be a cup of raw vegetables, a piece of low- sugar fruit like ½ an apple or pear, a handful of nuts, a cup of low fat yogurt or a protein shake. Make your last meal and snack before 8 pm and try not to eat after that. Avoid fruits like bananas, oranges, and papayas. Choose berries like raspberries, blueberries, and blackberries.

5. Include daily exercise like walking, aerobic exercise like boxing or tai bo, light weights or a spin class. Aerobic exercise is any form of exercise that raises your heart rate.

6. This way of eating is a lifestyle and not a diet as permanently changing your eating habits is what will help you to keep the weight from coming back. Take it slow and do not be discouraged if you only lose 2 pounds a week because that is healthy and will not cause you to have lose hanging skin once the weight is gone.

I just read this article online when I was researching the Endomorph body type. Great information

daniellegwilliam

This is two months of work... I have always been an endomorph. Never seen my abs and have always had the "rolls" of fat, and the spare tire. I am determined to see my abs at some point!

Some people lose fat just by diet. Some lose it just by exercise. But we as endomorphs have to be strict on both. And really, that's not such a bad thing, because it's healthier for -everyone- and will pay off over the years anyway.

I exercise with a combination of HIIT, circuit training, plyometrics, cardio (just 2-3 mile runs), weights, aerobics, and a few other things. I do this 4-6 days per week and usually burn around 350-600 calories per session (according to my heart rate monitor). I want to start doing regular lifting a bit more, it's just that I don't have anyone to go to the gym with me, so it makes it kind of intimidating to add more weight if I need help.

As for food, I eat 130-150g protein per day, 7 small meals per day, 1200-1500 calories per day (depending on workouts). I try to load up on as much veggies as I can. Fruit is once or twice per week, maybe. Stevia has been substituted for sugar, no more pasta... Brown rice here and there (I get most of my carbs through my whole grain oatmeal in the mornings). Lean grilled/baked meats for lunch and dinner. I let myself have a "treat" meal once per week.

I weigh 134 lbs right now but have more definition on my stomach/back than I did when I weighed 125 and just dieted/ran. I can't wait to see what I look like by July. Anyway, I'm still learning too, and I'm trying to stick with a diet/lifestyle that I can maintain for the rest of my life. I think that's the missing piece in endomorph fitness- going too extreme and knocking ourselves out. Find the middle place and stick with it.

you look AWESOME! CanI ask what kind of routine you have to get such great results in 2 months!!

Im an endo/meso combo

dixiewhiskey

before...


current...


I have no idea if I am one or not but from what I read it sounds like I am. I am stalled at losing the last 10lbs. I have been stalled for nearly 2 years now . Any advise?

Just wanted to say I think your results are phenomenal! I assume you have had children which makes your results even better IMO.. You look GREAT!

Adah_m

I'm an endomorph to a T, but I've lost 100 in the last year. I have 50-75 more to go, and this is how I do it:
I avoid dairy altogether. The only reason low-fat dairy is recommended in losing weight is because of the calcium. Ladies, just take calcium supplements, it does the same thing without the fat and the calories. I'm also lactose intolerant, so I have a reason to avoid dairy since it's just poison to my digestive system, but really you would not believe how easy it is to stay under your calorie goals without it.
I avoid starch/carbs, but don't deny myself if I'm craving. I just avoid it unnecessarily. If there's a roll with my meal, I skip it for example, and I don't eat any kind of potato anymore. From time to time I have whole grains though, especially brown rice because it helps with digestion. I have a habit of things not moving along if I don't get my fiber. (If I can put that in an any more ladylike way, lol.)
Basically I enjoy dancing, pilates, and yoga for exercise/flexibility and balance. I drink TONS of water, and avoid as many caloric beverages as possible. Caffeine and sodium make me retain water BADLY, so I have regular dandelion, usually as tablets, but sometimes in my tea or salad.
I notice that most endomorphs I know weigh more than our counterparts at the same measurements because I know at least I tend to be curvier with more bone density. I have lower inches than one of my friends who weighs 30 lbs less than me, so my advice is not to get too caught up in numbers. I'm 5'8'', 215 lbs, and size 16 (comfortably, no muffin top), getting into a 14 soon, but at my weight and height I know a lot of women in much higher sizes. It's just something I have made peace with, I'm a strong and sturdy woman and I'm never going to blow away like a leaf and weigh 130 lbs. I'm happy in my own skin and with my body type.
Feel free to friend me btw, us endomorphs should stick together.

AmyMgetsfit

I was a skinny kid with toothpick legs. I didn't really have an issue until I hit my 20's then I really had to watch what I ate or I would gain weight. My metabolism has always seemed on the slower side as an adult, it has just gotten worse with age. I exercise 6 days a week, doing cardio 3 days and weights the other 3. I had a shoulder injury last year, so I am still working on my strength so I can lift heavier. I just don't want to get injured again. It was 6 long months of agony. I took the test and it says I am in the middle of endo and meso. But I see myself as having more endo qualities. When I am in shape I do have a great butt. So an endo in shape is awesome. I do lack in the boobage area, so I am not all curvy. Except for when I am overweight, then I have plenty.

alexiaans

I think I am an Endomorph.. my advice would be to cut out white stuff, starches, unnecessary sugar.. I don't eat more than 25g of sugar a day, averaging slightly half of that amount most of the time. I don't refer to my change as diet.. it's just common sense and a new lifestyle. I train atleast 6x days a week, this past week has been busy with work so I have worked out 3x while watching what I eat. Workouts include HIIT, kettlebells, 30DS, some Insanity, treadmill and heavy lifting (and I don't mean dumbbells you use at home.. more like 30+lbs dumbbells from the gym)

I eat atleast 1700 a day now, slowly eating more cals cause of how frequently I exercise. Those are my tips.. breaking a plateau is easy - trick your body. Some people will have to eat their maintenance cals for a day or two then eat 300 less, others cycle their cals. I have found cycling works wonders.. eat over what MFP and other calculators tell you. As long as it's healthy, low in sugar and sodium you'll be fine.

Here are my results from Jan 1 til 10 days ago.. I have had two kids and not looking for that flat ab look.. just looking to fit into nice clothes. I am fitter now than I have ever been in my life.

Postpartum:


Day 8:

Wonderful progress and wonderful tips! Thanks!

alexiaans

before...


current...


I have no idea if I am one or not but from what I read it sounds like I am. I am stalled at losing the last 10lbs. I have been stalled for nearly 2 years now . Any advise?

Excellent progress! Keep it up!

dixiewhiskey

Here is an update cause the one photo did not show off my progress :laugh:

Day 1 was Jan 1, Day 83 was yesterday


Day 83 (1 day ago):


This was taken four days ago