Types of Exercise for my Body Shape (Pear)

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A pear shape body normally holds most of their Bodyweight at the bottom half of their Bodies. As a pear you would be looking to achieve a good proportion between the top half and the larger bottom half of your body.

As a result, your work out routines should follow a combined approach of losing weight around the lower extremities and build some size to the shoulder, chest and back.

To achieve this, focus on aerobic activities that will provide you with a great leg workout, and workout routines for upper body that will build your upper body.

Use light weights and perform high repetitions of exercises. Some great activities include:

    Walking
    Cycling (with low resistance)
    Cross training
    Push ups, pull-up bars, and shoulder presses

Intensity of Exercise

Pear Body Shape

Cardio for fat burning follow the same format of apple Body Shapes as seen above.

An Upper body work out would look like so;

Exercise                                                      Sets x reps

Shoulder presses                                              4 x 12

Dumbbell press                                                 3 x 10

Lateral raises                                                    3 x 10

Dumbbell row                                                    3 x 10

Duration and Frequency of Workouts

Apples & Pears

A prolonged low to moderate intensity Cardio a approximately 70% max effort should be completed for 30-60 minutes 4-6 times per week.
If HIIT takes your fancy then aim for 30 minutes 4-5 times per week.

When should I undertake my Exercise

Pears & Rulers

Pear Body Shape require both Cardio and resistance training in their gym routines so the only place to complete this is in the gym.

Please remember before starting any diets or exercise please consult your physician 

Resource: Body 2 Shape