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Brad Schoenfeld, Ph.D, C.S.C.S., is an internationally renowned fitness expert and widely regarded as one of the leading authorities on body composition training (muscle development and fat loss). He is a lifetime drug-free bodybuilder, and has won numerous natural bodybuilding titles.

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January 18, 2011

How Much Do Genetics Contribute to Muscle Development?

For those who’ve read my books and/or articles on fitness, you’ll know I constantly preach the fact that you can’t escape genetics. Specifically, you can’t get “Platz’s thighs” or “Schwargenneger’s biceps” unless you happened to be born to said parents. Genetics are unique to the individual. Your fitness goal therefore should be to optimize your own God-given attributes. Everyone can have a terrific physique within their own genetic framework provided they’re willing to work for it.

My friend and colleague Bret Contreras wrote an excellent article on the topic of genetics in bodybuilding. Bret reviews the research on the subject, and explains how genetics affect results. It’s a very insightful read that pulls no punches. Here is a link to the article:

The Truth About Bodybuilding Genetics

Stay Fit!

Brad