#124: How to train given your genetic predispositions

Genetics are a reality that we all work with. But how much of your response to exercise is genetically predisposed? And how much do exercise and lifestyle influence your results? Shannon discusses how to train given your genetic predisposition. 0:00: Introduction2:25: Figuring out what you value 5:23: Genetic predisposition for muscle fiber composition 10:00: How to assess which fiber type you might have more of16:00: If you don’t use it, you’ll lose it 17:15: Mechanical load to the muscles21:24: Shifting from type I to type II muscle fibers24:20: How can training shift you fiber type composition from type I to type II fibers?25:55: How to train based on your fiber composition29:10: How hormones affect fiber composition 36:19: How to train based on these hormones Studies referenced:https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18271028/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/22645169/#:~:text=It%20has%20been%20suggested%20that,by%20both%20genotype%20and%20environment https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8473039/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8783862/ https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11479145/https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8783862/#CR9Free Evlo WorkshopFree Evlo 101 class14 day free trialFollow Dr. Shannon on InstagramFollow Fit Body, Happy Joints on Instagram

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Develop your most fit body, while perserving your body. Dr. Shannon, DPT is a physical therapist and long-time fitness trainer. She integrates the current research with her experience as a PT and trainer to educate you on effective fitness practices that don't wreck your body. In her concise, no-fluff episodes, Shannon busts myths and gives you tangible takeaways in each episode. Try her workout platform here: https://www.evlofitness.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=link+in+bio&utm_campaign=evloTry her free class here: https://bit.ly/3jnJXi7Follow her on Instagram here: https://bit.ly/3DusHPjFollow her on Tiktok here: https://bit.ly/3Hn6cg5