Genetic Influence on Performance
Genetic factors contribute minimally to muscle strength and size, with studies showing they explain only a small percentage of variance. For instance, one model accounted for just 7% of leg strength, while VO2 max was explained by only 1.08%. In contrast, environmental factors like training, nutrition, and acclimatization play a much larger role, emphasizing the importance of lifestyle choices over genetic predisposition.In this clip
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