THE AYURVEDIC BODY TYPES
The concepts of Ayurveda exist since almost 3000 years ago. At its core are the three body forces called Vata, Pitta, and Kapha. These are called the Dosha's and they comprise of earth, water, fire, air, and ether. Balancing these 3 Dosha's leads to a healthier and happier life.
VATA
Vata dosha has the qualities of being light, dry, cold, mobile and subtle. So Vata people must engage in activities that are heavy, stable, grounding, and warming.
PITTA
Pitta dosha has the qualities of being hot, sharp, light, liquid, and mobile. This means that Pitta type people require activities that are calming, cooling, softening, and relaxing.
KAPHA
Kapha dosha has the qualities of being heavy, slow, cold, oily, dense, and static. This means that Kapha people need to engage in activities that are warm, stimulating, lightening, and enlivening.