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Genomics May Be the Key to Understanding Endurance Training Pillars
Ricardo Muller Bottura1,2,3, Daniel Blasioli Dentillo4
1Academy-Health, Science and Performance, São Paulo 01549-020, Brazil.
Genes
|March 28, 2025
Summary
Genetic factors significantly influence endurance performance, impacting oxygen uptake, anaerobic threshold, and fatigue resistance. Understanding these genetic underpinnings can optimize athletic training and adaptation strategies for peak performance.
Area of Science:
- Sports Science
- Genetics
- Physiology
Background:
- Endurance performance relies on maximal oxygen uptake (VO2max), anaerobic threshold, and movement economy.
- Physiological resilience, the ability to maintain performance under fatigue, is emerging as a key factor.
- The genetic basis of endurance, particularly its influence on fatigue resistance and adaptation, requires further exploration.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the genomic basis of endurance performance.
- To analyze genetic contributions to key physiological pillars and resilience.
- To explore genetic modulation of training responses, including adaptation, injury, sleep, and nutrition.
Main Methods:
- This study is a narrative review.
- It synthesizes existing research on the genetics of endurance.
- It integrates genetic insights with physiological principles.
Main Results:
- Genetic factors contribute to oxygen transport, metabolic efficiency, muscle composition, and recovery.
- Genetic variability influences an athlete's response to training, adaptation, and susceptibility to injury.
- Physiological resilience is linked to neuromuscular and metabolic regulation, with potential genetic links.
Conclusions:
- Genetics plays a crucial role in endurance performance and adaptation.
- Understanding genetic variability can inform personalized training and nutrition strategies.
- Further research into the genetic underpinnings of endurance is essential for performance optimization.
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