Body type:

Endomorphs

Characteristics: Endomorphs are generally pear-shaped and curvy, with shoulders narrower than their hips. Although this body type tends to store fat around the thighs, hips and lower abdomen, endomorphs who keep in shape are blessed with a sexy and curvaceous figure.

Famous Endomorphs: Jennifer Lopez, Liz Hurley and Oprah Winfrey

Your goal

Your objective is to lose fat in your lower body and add definition to your upper body.

Diet Strategy: Endomorphs should stay away from high-carb sugary, fatty and high-calorie foods, and instead load up on fiber, very lean protein (such as skinless chicken meat) and water. It's also best to take frequent but light meals to rev up your metabolism.

Training Strategy: Endomorphs would benefit well from 30-60 minutes of moderately intense aerobic activities three to six times a week for fat- and calorie-burning. Sticking to a total-body weight training routine two to three times a week (using light to moderate weight) helps add muscle tone. To add definition to your upper body, you may want to double up on upper-body exercises.