Tag: Training volume

According to a meta-analysis of multiple twin studies, genetics can account for 40% to 70% of an individual's response to training, profoundly influencing muscle-building potential. However, the debate continues over whether genetic predisposition or strategic training methods, like volume, have a larger role in muscle development for the average gym-goer.

According to the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, endurance-trained athletes can store up to 1,800 to 2,000 calories of fuel as glycogen in their muscles and liver. Understanding your daily carbohydrate needs is critical for all runners, as this is the body's primary fuel source for powering through workouts and races.