How Much do Genetics Influence Muscle Growth?

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00:00 Intro
00:10 What Are Genetics?
01:04 Adaptations
01:39 Genetic Variation
02:24 Unmodifiable Factors
07:16 Modifiable Factors
10:12 Do We Know Our Genetic Potential?
11:13 Do Genetics Matter?
12:16 Practical Recommendations

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[robertridings]

As a Non-responder with crappy genes, I'm glad people in the fitness industry are finally talking about this. All too often, we get criticized by genetically-gifted musclebros saying "you're just not trying hard enough!". It's awful.

[deadliftalot]

These videos are not only educational but entertaining, i love em and i am ready to binge watch this entire channel

[dannnyjos]

Your videos are reaching the next level of quality. You "Practical Recommendations" section is golden.
Great job!!!

[deadliftalot]

11:13, very deep and meaningful lesson here, best part of the video in my opinion .

[joecowan]

Excellent video, most important points IMO are that most people will never reach their maximum genetic potential, so don't make them be an excuse for not training at all or comparing yourself to anyone other than you! Thanks!

[JugglernautNr]

Genetics play a way bigger role on muscle growth than we think. I'm an ectomorph (tall, slim, long limbs, small hands, narrow face) and a hardgainer but i have huge calves. Sometimes people ask me of how my calves got that big and what my training routine looks like for them. When i answer that i don't train them at all they all look shocked. Genetics is huge guys.

[HerculesFit]

Great video. I like how you touched on the effect of different training protocols between people. It's not said enough how anyone can improve given they just find what works for them.

[sajadmoradi]

Great content man. I enjoyed every time I watched your videos. Keep going, dude. With respect from Iran

[thisisdefinitelytrix]

Wow, thank you so much for this video. I swear after I switched to a "micro dosing" 5x a week fitness approach, I saw more gains vs full body training 3x a week. It was a really noticeable difference too.

[paule.]

Not sure if it's related but I watched a video on how genetics can affect performance in calisthenics athletes, in a nutshell they said that if you're taller or have long arms you'll have a harder time achieveing specific movements like frontlever, human-flag or planche.
This however doesn't mean you can't do it eventually, and for me that's perfect, simply the process is what makes the journey worth it.

[danieldistrola]

As usual, great video. Very informative my friend 👍.

[Ordie]

I just chose the wrong parents for genetics, but I still try to improve

[reyreyes]

My father was athletic, he won Mr. body beautiful/Mr. Novice YMCA during his teen years. My body quickly develops muscles, and lose body fat fast. Genetics plus diet and right exercise can develop what genetics provides

[RAM-jnwl]

New subscriber. Thanks for taking the time to share your knowledge to complete strangers!!

[Shddz]

TLDW: genetics are everything. you can still look above average with enough time and effort but never be aesthetic.

[theperpetuallyannoyed]

Genetics and muscle sustainability is fking important. People with both do little or decent work and think everybody can do the same and achieve the same results.

[nboss]

It's difficult not to compare yourself to others but it helps if you find a program you enjoy and try not to only focus on results but the process and how you feel.

[KenanTurkiye]

Peter, my dear 'komşu', another top notch video ! :)

This channel is way underrated. 👍

[chriscarskaddan]

Great stuff as usual. With some much crap out there, I can’t believe you don’t have 200k subscribers.

[xlias]

I think it would be a good idea If you made a video about whether or not it is a good idea to train on an empty stomach and what that does to your body. There are a lot of mixed opinions on the topic so seeing what the science behind it is would be nice