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title: Are ‘body-types’ and ‘labels’ overcomplicating our training routines?
date: 2017-08-15T22:48:00+10:00
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# Are ‘body-types’ and ‘labels’ overcomplicating our training routines?

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  In *“[Are ‘Body-Types’ and ‘Labels’ Overcomplicating Our Training Routines?](https://www.ricardoriskalla.com/volumes/documents/buro/are-body-types-and-labels-overcomplicating-our-training-routines.pdf)”*, Ricardo Riskalla argues that categorising ourselves as ‘pear’, ‘apple’, or ‘ectomorph’ only complicates fitness goals. Instead, he encourages a simpler, more intuitive approach—focus on what you want to change and why, then act on it with practical, bodyweight-based exercises.

Ricardo emphasises the importance of unprocessed foods, portion control, and relaxation for effective results. His exercise advice includes wall push-ups for arms, hundreds of sit-ups for core strength, and regular walking or ballet-inspired moves for legs. Ultimately, he advocates training from a place of self-acceptance, not labels.

Get out of the world of pear shapes and Ectomorphs and start training with a body you love.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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