What is my Body Type?

If you’ve been asking yourself, “What is my body type?” you’re in the right place. Discovering your body type is the first step to lasting weight loss, balanced energy, and better health.

The Bodytypology system goes far beyond the typical ectomorph, mesomorph, and endomorph categories, giving you a personalized plan that actually works.

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The 3 Body Types — Gaia, (pear shaped) Athena, (Apple shaped) and Sonic.

Discovering which one you are is the first step in answering the question: what is my body type?

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The Body Type Diet

Have you been wondering, “What is my body type?” and how it affects your weight? You’re already ahead of the game, because you’ve realized that different body types have different needs. When you eat right for your body type, everything changes.

If you’ve struggled with:

  • Losing the last 10–20+ pounds
  • Late night snacking you can’t seem to stop
  • Always feeling hungry
  • Exercising but still not losing weight


I get it. I’ve been there, and I’ve helped hundreds of women who felt exactly like this.


I’m Sue-Anne Hickey, naturopath and creator of Bodytypology.

For over 12 years, I’ve helped clients lose weight and transform their health by eating right for their body type.


Sue-Anne Hickey naturopath explains what is my body type and how to eat for your body type

Ready to find out your type?

Answer the question, What is my body type...
& find out Why Diets Don’t Work

Most diets fail because they’re not designed for your specific body type.

One diet does not fit all. Everyone has:

  • A different metabolism
  • Different cravings
  • Different energy levels
  • Different weight gain patterns

That’s why you need your own personalized plan.

What Happens When You Eat Right for Your Body Type

When you start eating right for your type, you balance your glands and body from the inside out. You’ll nourish yourself with the right food at the right time for your metabolism.

For example:

  • If you’re slow to get going in the morning, a light breakfast may be ideal—saving your biggest meal for dinner when your metabolism is strongest.
  • If you wake up full of energy, you may need more protein and a hearty breakfast to fuel your day.

Your body type shows you:

  • Which foods to eat more of and which to avoid
  • The best exercise for your metabolism
  • The vitamins and supplements that will support your type

Because you’re as unique as your fingerprint, your healthy eating plan should be too.

Benefits of Eating for Your Body Type

When you eat right for your body type, you will:

  • Have fewer cravings
  • Gain steady energy all day
  • Feel less hungry
  • Improve your balance and mood
  • Experience weight loss where you most want to see it
Woman celebrating weight loss success after discovering what is my body type

My story:

I used to struggle with low energy, afternoon crashes, hypoglycemia, sugar cravings, and eczema on my hands for 20 years. Everything changed when I began eating for my type. My energy soared, my skin cleared, and I finally felt strong.

And the same happens for my clients: they heal their ailments and finally lose the weight they’ve been struggling with for years.

“I wake up every day with tons of energy and go non-stop, enjoying life without needing coffee or sugar to get me through. That wasn’t always the case, but everything changed when I started eating right for my body type.”

Sue-Anne Hickey naturopath explains what is my body type and how to eat for your body type

 The 3 Body Types in Bodytypology

Every woman has a dominant gland that influences her body type, cravings, and where she tends to gain weight. When this gland is out of balance, weight loss feels impossible. But when you start eating right for your body type, everything changes—you unlock your natural superpowers.

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Gaia (Caregiver Type – Pear Shape)

Gaia types tend to store weight in the hips and thighs, as the ovaries are their dominant gland. They often give so much of themselves to others that they forget their own needs.

Superpower unlocked: When Gaias nourish their body the right way, they discover balance, strong boundaries, and incredible inner strength.

Athena body type apple shape determined type explained in what is my body type Bodytypology system

Athena (Determined Type – Apple Shape)

Athena types are driven by the adrenal glands. They are powerful, energetic, and determined—but when stressed, they gain weight around the belly and turn to food for comfort.

Superpower unlocked: When Athenas eat for their body type, their power and stamina shine through. Calm returns, stress eating disappears, and belly fat melts away.

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Sonic (Radiant Type – Thyroid Shape)

Sonic types are guided by the thyroid. They may feel scattered or restless, and they often gain weight around the middle like a spare tire.

Superpower unlocked: When Sonics eat for their type, they step into their radiant energy. Focus sharpens, cravings fade, and they feel light, vibrant, and unstoppable.

Eating right for your body type isn’t about restriction—it’s about alignment. And when you align your food with your type, you don’t just lose weight… you step fully into your superpower.

The result?

  • Energy
  • Better mood
  • Reduced cravings
  • Weight loss where you need it most
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To answer your question, what is my body type? I can help!

What About Ectomorph, Mesomorph, and Endomorph Body Types?

You may have heard of these, but they only describe body shape (slim, muscular, or round). They don’t provide a diet plan, or explain how to balance your metabolism and glands.

That’s why the Bodytypology system works where those older models don’t.

About Sue-Anne

About Sue Anne

Hi, I’m Sue-Anne. Since 2006, I’ve been helping women finally succeed with weight loss by eating right for their body type.

I know what it’s like to struggle. My energy used to crash daily, I was constantly craving sweets, and I didn’t feel in control of my health. When I discovered my body type and started following my plan, I healed completely and regained my strength.

Now, my mission is to empower women to thrive—by helping them discover their body type, follow their personalized plan, and replace self-doubt with confidence and success.

Ready to Answer the Question: What Is My Body Type?

Ready to Answer the Question: What Is My Body Type?

and get your personalized plan for lasting weight loss, more energy, and better health.

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Stephanie lost 33 pounds.