Genes & Biomarkers for Muscle Growth
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GENES
ACTN3R577X / XX genotypeSprint & power trainingSports genomics panel
IGF1Low expressionResistance training, proteinrHGH therapy (Rx)
MSTNElevated expressionEccentric trainingMyostatin inhibitors
PPARGC1AUnfavorable variantEndurance + HIITMitochondrial supplements
ACEDD genotypeHIIT intervalsSpecialist consultation
BIOMARKERS
Testosterone<400 ng/dL (men)Sleep, zinc, vitamin D3TRT (prescription)
IGF-1<150 ng/mLProtein intake, sleeprIGF-1 therapy (Rx)
Cortisol>20 ug/dL (AM)Stress mgmt, sleepAdaptogens, cortisol blockers
Creatine Kinase>500 U/LRest, hydrationNSAIDs, cryotherapy
Vitamin D<40 ng/mLSunlight, D3 supplementHigh-dose D3 (Rx)
Magnesium<0.85 mmol/LMg-rich foods, supplementIV magnesium
Ferritin<30 ng/mLIron-rich foodsIV iron (prescription)