See where you’re accumulating fat and we’ll tell you how to fix it.
Weight gain doesn’t look the same on everyone—and that’s exactly why so many “one-size-fits-all” diets and workout plans fail. Some people store fat mainly around the belly, others around the hips and thighs, and for many, stress, hormones, lifestyle, or health conditions play a major role in how and where the body holds onto extra weight. Understanding your personal fat distribution pattern can be a powerful first step toward choosing a weight management approach that actually works for you.
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See where you’re accumulating fat and we’ll tell you how to fix it.
Identify your body fat distribution type and learn how to control it
Obesity is a complex problem with varied causes, and there is no one-size-fits-all solution. Understanding where your body stores fat can help you choose the right weight management strategy.
Main types of fat distribution
Research shows that there are different types of fat accumulation that require personalized treatment. A study of 4,000 obese adults categorized them into six main types:
Healthy young women – overweight but with minimal health complications (e.g., type 2 diabetes).
People who drink a lot of alcohol are similar to the first group, but with higher alcohol consumption.
Middle-aged people suffering from anxiety and depression – most often women in their fifties who also have mental health problems.
Older, wealthy, healthy people – despite being obese, they are healthy, but often suffer from high blood pressure and higher alcohol consumption.
Adults with physical illnesses but good mental health – have chronic illnesses (e.g., osteoarthritis) but feel mentally well.
People in poor general health – often facing financial difficulties and suffering from multiple chronic illnesses.
This classification highlights the need for personalized weight control strategies.
Fat distribution: android and gynoid type
Android type (apple-shaped): More common in men, fat accumulates mainly around the abdomen.
Gynoid (pear-shaped) type: More common in women, fat is stored around the hips and thighs.
Types of obesity and how to control them
Upper body (android type)
Cause: Excessive calorie intake and lack of exercise.
Solution: Limit your sugar intake and exercise for at least 30 minutes a day. Consult a doctor.
Abdominal obesity (android type)
Cause: stress, anxiety or depression.
Solution: Manage your mental health through relaxation and regular physical activity. Consult a professional if necessary.
Lower body (gynoid type)
Cause: More common in women due to hormonal factors.
Solution: Include lower-body and cardio exercises. Professional support is sometimes necessary.
Abdominal bloating (android type)
Cause: Excessive
alcohol consumption or respiratory problems.
Solution: Cut down on alcohol and practice breathing exercises.
Lower body with swelling down to the lower legs (gynoid type)
Cause: Common in pregnant women, causing swelling.
Solution: Water aerobics and leg lifts reduce discomfort.
Large, prominent belly with fat on the back (android type)
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