Body Type Calculator – Explore Your Body Shape
Estimate whether you lean toward ectomorph, mesomorph or endomorph from measurements.
About the Body Type Calculator
What is the Body Type Calculator?
A body type calculator estimates your somatotype — ectomorph, mesomorph or endomorph — from simple circumference measures.
Why use this calculator?
Knowing how your body tends to gain and lose shape helps you pick a training and eating style you can actually sustain.
How to use it
- Measure and enter wrist, waist and hip circumference.
- Read your estimated body type and its typical traits.
- Use the description to guide but never to excuse poor habits.
Formula
Heuristic scoring combining waist-to-hip ratio and wrist size.
Real bodies are combinations, not pure categories. Treat this as a fun-to-useful approximation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change my body type?
Your skeleton and natural responses are fixed, but training and nutrition can dramatically reshape any starting point.
How accurate is this?
The Sheldon somatotype system is dated and subjective. Use the result as self-knowledge, not a verdict.
Is this a medical diagnosis?
No. This tool provides general wellness information only. It is not a substitute for evaluation by a qualified healthcare professional.
Why do results differ from my doctor's measurements?
Clinical measurements use calibrated equipment and professional technique. Home estimates rely on formulas and self-reported values, so small differences are normal.
How often should I recalculate?
Recheck after meaningful changes such as weight gain or loss, a new workout routine, or every few months to track trends over time.
Do these formulas apply to everyone?
Most population formulas are less accurate for athletes, pregnant people, very young children and the elderly. Use them as a general guide.
Is this calculator free to use?
Yes. Every calculator on this site is completely free, with no hidden fees, no subscriptions and no limits on how many times you can use it.
How accurate are the results?
We use standard, widely accepted formulas and calculate in your browser using double-precision arithmetic. Results are rounded for readability, so treat them as reliable estimates rather than a guarantee. Real-world factors can vary the true figure.
Can I add this calculator to my own website?
Yes. Open this calculator page and use the "Add to your website" box in the sidebar to copy a ready-made iframe snippet, then paste it into any HTML page.
Does it work on a phone or tablet?
Yes. The layout is fully responsive, so it works on desktops, laptops, tablets and mobile phones, and every input adapts to touch screens.