Curves, Slim-Thick, Or Athletic—What Your Body Shape Really Says About Your Health - Page 2

Pear Shape

Known as the “triangle” or “spoon” body shape, individuals with a pear shape have narrower shoulders and busts, with fuller hips and thighs. Fat tends to accumulate in the lower body, specifically the hips and thighs. While storing fat in this area is less metabolically risky than around the waist, it doesn’t automatically make someone with this body type healthier.

That’s why maintaining a healthy body composition, which refers to the percentage of fat, bone, and muscle in your body, is key, Web MD notes. To support your health, people with a pear-shaped body should focus on eating healthy by consuming a balanced diet of whole foods like lean proteins, fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Incorporate regular cardio exercises, such as running or cycling, and strength training, especially lower-body exercises like squats and lunges, to target the hips and thighs. High-intensity interval training (HIIT) can also boost fat loss.