December 2017 PMID 29326606

More than Just a Gene for Speed.

Craig Pickering, John Kiely

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Peak: 10 in Jan 2022
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What people are saying

The overall tone reflects a strong interest in the multifaceted roles of the ACTN3 gene, with posts citing its influence on muscle adaptation and injury protection, not just speed. Words like 'informative,' 'reliable,' and mentions of scientific studies demonstrate both engagement and respect for the research, while the focus on practical implications indicates moderate influence on perceptions about athletic genetics.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most posts acknowledge the importance of ACTN3 beyond just speed, emphasizing its role in muscle recovery and strength, which indicates general support for the article's findings.

InterestHigh interest

A high level of interest is evident as discussions delve into detailed implications of the gene, with comments highlighting new insights and relevance to athletic performance.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts show some depth by referencing specific studies, gene polymorphisms, and physiological effects, although most are summaries rather than detailed analyses.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest the article influences perceptions of genetic factors in sports, though this impact is moderate since it's mostly informational rather than transformative debate.

Abstract in brief

  • Research over the past decades has focused on understanding how specific genes influence sports performance, with one key gene linked to being a "gene for speed."
  • Studies on this gene, particularly the R577X polymorphism, show it may also affect muscle adaptation, recovery, and injury risk, not just speed.
  • Overall, findings suggest this gene could help personalize training programs by predicting how individuals respond to exercise and their injury susceptibility.]

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Aryāṃśa
@arya_amsha · X

Informative read. ACTN3 doesn't just help in speed, but also muscle recovery, hypertrophy, response to resistance training I believe if blacks were given the time/money + culture to train for strongman or swimming, they'd probably do pretty well in it too https://t.co/OazZMkmFCC

Oct 25, 2022 · 54 likes · 1 share · 62,326 followers View post →
Mr. Imhotep
@Mister_Imhotep · X

Source: 1. https://t.co/65twal5UKe 2. https://t.co/Q5ySRdBhIf ACTN3 is probably the most well-studied gene, it has been reliably shown to impact speed-power and strength phenotypes. These are not theories but facts. https://t.co/kbjiCNchrP

Nov 21, 2022 · 20 likes · 3 shares · 10,152 followers View post →
Yu@ACTIVIKEコーチング
@Marg1nalGain · X

ACTN3がXXの方は高強度の耐性が低いので、クリスクロスや8*4のような強度が高くないレベルがよいかと思います。逆にRR、RXは強度に対する耐性が高いため、30/15、5*6などやるのがおすすめです 上は私の見解ですが参考サイトも貼っておきます https://t.co/qH0FTGigNc https://t.co/WlVOOcKnJW

Mar 21, 2020 · 4 likes · 1 share · 969 followers View post →
NRGene
@NRGene · X

The #ACTN3 gene and a common #polymorphism has gotten attention for its correlation with high performing #athletes. This great review by @simplysportssci and @craig100m investigates the research around this gene and its #SNP and is worth the read! https://t.co/eGY7hZqfsd

Jul 26, 2021 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 698 followers View post →
Tuure Parviainen
@TuureParviainen · X

@ErnoVanhala Olisiko esimerkiksi Jamaika ja Kenia kompensoitu negatiivisellä korjauksella koska heillä on "paras" perimä kestävyysjuoksuun? ACTN3 on yksi näistä tunnistetuista geeneistä. https://t.co/tQsvYYnZTZ https://t.co/E2oiRIT0vs

Sep 25, 2023 · 1 like · 2,422 followers View post →
Centre for Human Biodiversity
@CHBHRI · X

ACTN3 - Not just a gene for speed. https://t.co/nXRy15g86O "In particular, the R allele of a common polymorphism (R577X) is associated with enhanced improvements in strength, protection from eccentric training-induced muscle damage, and sports injury."

May 14, 2023 · 1 like · 33 followers View post →

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@Oswald767 · X

@JohnGillmen @MujeDeO0 https://t.co/DId8SMHzCM https://t.co/QyNeBv3cAK https://t.co/Ox9iPQCdd3 https://t.co/ezcyAtbxB8

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Tuure Parviainen
@TuureParviainen · X

@ErnoVanhala Olisiko esimerkiksi Jamaika ja Kenia kompensoitu negatiivisellä korjauksella koska heillä on "paras" perimä kestävyysjuoksuun? ACTN3 on yksi näistä tunnistetuista geeneistä. https://t.co/tQsvYYnZTZ https://t.co/E2oiRIT0vs

Sep 25, 2023 · 1 like · 2,422 followers View post →
Centre for Human Biodiversity
@CHBHRI · X

ACTN3 - Not just a gene for speed. https://t.co/nXRy15g86O "In particular, the R allele of a common polymorphism (R577X) is associated with enhanced improvements in strength, protection from eccentric training-induced muscle damage, and sports injury."

May 14, 2023 · 1 like · 33 followers View post →
Active Revolt
@afrilivesmatter · X

RT @Mister_Imhotep: Source: 1. https://t.co/65twal5UKe 2. https://t.co/Q5ySRdBhIf ACTN3 is probably the most well-studied gene, it has bee…

Nov 26, 2022 · 3 shares · 8,116 followers View post →
Dr.Elijah Grant
@Healinguru · X

SEE: https://t.co/e2SkGwIRMt https://t.co/X8UEhMU9bJ and https://t.co/GPVym4ESnM https://t.co/jYgRztQESt

Nov 22, 2022 · 387 followers View post →
Mbanda
@thebasekeguy · X

RT @Mister_Imhotep: Source: 1. https://t.co/65twal5UKe 2. https://t.co/Q5ySRdBhIf ACTN3 is probably the most well-studied gene, it has bee…

Nov 21, 2022 · 3 shares · 464 followers View post →
Musi KaNgangasi Mahlangu
@AlexandraLens1 · X

RT @Mister_Imhotep: Source: 1. https://t.co/65twal5UKe 2. https://t.co/Q5ySRdBhIf ACTN3 is probably the most well-studied gene, it has bee…

Nov 21, 2022 · 3 shares · 446 followers View post →
Mr. Imhotep
@Mister_Imhotep · X

Source: 1. https://t.co/65twal5UKe 2. https://t.co/Q5ySRdBhIf ACTN3 is probably the most well-studied gene, it has been reliably shown to impact speed-power and strength phenotypes. These are not theories but facts. https://t.co/kbjiCNchrP

Nov 21, 2022 · 20 likes · 3 shares · 10,152 followers View post →
Satish Awate
@SatishAwate7 · X

Genes and speed https://t.co/PgDreoOmkf

Oct 26, 2022 · 298 followers View post →
ShraddhA
@Intuizion1 · X

RT @arya_amsha: Informative read. ACTN3 doesn't just help in speed, but also muscle recovery, hypertrophy, response to resistance training…

Oct 25, 2022 · 1 share · 674 followers View post →
Aryāṃśa
@arya_amsha · X

Informative read. ACTN3 doesn't just help in speed, but also muscle recovery, hypertrophy, response to resistance training I believe if blacks were given the time/money + culture to train for strongman or swimming, they'd probably do pretty well in it too https://t.co/OazZMkmFCC

Oct 25, 2022 · 54 likes · 1 share · 62,326 followers View post →
Dr. Barb King
@DrBarbKing · X

@PharmacistMama Plus certain body types gain more muscle quickly and respond rapidly to training. Here: https://t.co/2yLTObFrAY.

Mar 17, 2022 · 2,432 followers View post →
Javier Peña
@xavipl_2000 · X

RT @NRGene: The #ACTN3 gene and a common #polymorphism has gotten attention for its correlation with high performing #athletes. This great…

Jul 26, 2021 · 2 shares · 1,901 followers View post →
john kiely
@simplysportssci · X

RT @NRGene: The #ACTN3 gene and a common #polymorphism has gotten attention for its correlation with high performing #athletes. This great…

Jul 26, 2021 · 2 shares · 13,586 followers View post →
NRGene
@NRGene · X

The #ACTN3 gene and a common #polymorphism has gotten attention for its correlation with high performing #athletes. This great review by @simplysportssci and @craig100m investigates the research around this gene and its #SNP and is worth the read! https://t.co/eGY7hZqfsd

Jul 26, 2021 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 698 followers View post →
WS21
@Sapp21W · X

Frontiers | ACTN3: More than Just a Gene for Speed | Physiology https://t.co/wrGuJNqYTu

Nov 28, 2020 · 241 followers View post →
Rosstell
@rosstell · X

RT @NanciGuestRDPhD: New! Review: #ACTN3: More than Just a Gene for Speed #SportGenomics https://t.co/T0jjDEbLnf https://t.co/ZWGEoc2WPh

Jun 25, 2020 · 11 shares · 905 followers View post →
甲斐ねこライオン2024
@JGS_4 · X

RT @Marg1nalGain: ACTN3がXXの方は高強度の耐性が低いので、クリスクロスや8*4のような強度が高くないレベルがよいかと思います。逆にRR、RXは強度に対する耐性が高いため、30/15、5*6などやるのがおすすめです 上は私の見解ですが参考サイトも貼っておき…

Mar 21, 2020 · 1 share · 636 followers View post →
Yu@ACTIVIKEコーチング
@Marg1nalGain · X

ACTN3がXXの方は高強度の耐性が低いので、クリスクロスや8*4のような強度が高くないレベルがよいかと思います。逆にRR、RXは強度に対する耐性が高いため、30/15、5*6などやるのがおすすめです 上は私の見解ですが参考サイトも貼っておきます https://t.co/qH0FTGigNc https://t.co/WlVOOcKnJW

Mar 21, 2020 · 4 likes · 1 share · 969 followers View post →
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