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Genetically tailored health and fitness. Start unlocking reports for free at fitnessgenes.com. We determine your genetic blueprint by analyzing your DNA.

FitnessGenes is pioneering the field of genetic data analysis to produce personalized fitness and diet recommendations to people wanting to lose weight, fitness fanatics, personal trainers, corporations and consumers at large worldwide. We check for 40+ genes that are related to fitness, health and nutrition. We combine this information with your environmental data and discover your body’s abiliti

es with regards to fitness, speed, endurance and recovery. These traits give us a clear view on how your body responds to exercise and diet. Knowing how your body responds to exercise and diet is just the start; it’s the beginning of the process of finding out what exercise and nutrition is the optimum to reach your goals. We have a team of scientist (Ph.D. geneticists, nutritionists and trainers) that understand this science and are experienced in defining the right workout and nutrition blueprint for you. On top of the valuable action blueprints our Genetic Training Systems provide you with a week by week, day by day training and nutrition plan that takes all the guesswork out of the equation. Based on your chosen goal we prepare the most efficient and effective plan for you. Your plans are unique to your physical traits and environment. www.fitnessgenes.com

15/05/2025

The future of fitness is personal 🧬

We’ve just launched our new education course 📚
The Genetics of Physical Performance & Health

Built for personal trainers, coaches and health professionals who want to:

✅ Understand how DNA affects training and nutrition
✅ Create personalised plans that deliver better results
✅ Improve client retention and drive business growth
✅ Stand out with specialist knowledge in a competitive industry

It’s clear, practical and designed for real world use. No science background required.

Learn at your own pace, online, with expert support from our team of scientists and geneticists through live office hours.

And to make it even more meaningful: 🎉

We’re now officially recognised as a CIMSPA Education Partner 🥳 a mark of quality and alignment with national standards in the fitness industry.

Special launch offer: 50% off until 30 June
Now only £75 (regular price £149)

Grow your business through upskilling 🤓 🚀

13/05/2025

New report now live!

Following last week's release of Histamine Methylation, your next methylation report, Selenium metabolism, is now live! 🧬

Selenium is an essential trace mineral that helps protect your cells, support your thyroid, boost brain function, and even plays a role in fertility.

The rate at which selenium is broken down (metabolised) is influenced by our DNA. Some genotypes metabolise selenium faster, which could cause selenium deficiency; on the other hand, those with lower selenium metabolism may better utilise the mineral's health benefits.

Is your genotype associated with increased selenium metabolism and dietary requirement? Login to discover your latest result, insights, and recommendations.

12/05/2025

It's shaping up to be a sunny week here in the UK - how fitting that it's ! ☀

This important campaign from aims to raise awareness around sun protection and skin cancer. 🧴

Did you know your genes influence how your skin reacts to the sun? 🧬 Some people tan while others are more likely to burn. A part of this response comes down to gene variants that affect melanin production - the pigment that helps protect our skin from UV damage.

Our Skin tanning response report looks at the genetics behind your skin's response to the sun, helping you understand your natural protection.

No matter your genes, remember to:
☀️ Use SPF 30+
☀️ Avoid long periods in the sun
☀️ Minimise sun exposure during peak times of UV
☀️ Cover up when possible

No matter your skin type, make sure you're protecting it!

06/05/2025

New report now live! 📣

This May, FitnessGenes members are getting three new reports that explore the topic of methylation. First up: Histamine methylation.

Histamine isn't just associated with allergies - it also plays a role in sleeping patterns, eating behaviours, cognition, and more.

Your new report looks at your HNMT gene variants to see how well you methylate histamine. 🧬

19% of our members have reduced methylation, which may mean higher brain histamine and a lower risk of Parkinson's disease and alcohol dependence. 🍷

Ready to see what your genes say? Log in now for your personalised insights.

01/05/2025

Today is the 1st of May, which means it's National Walking Month!🚶🏻‍♀️

Here at FitnessGenes, we believe that small lifestyle changes can lead to big improvements in health, and walking is a perfect example of that.

Walking is free, accessible to nearly everyone and doesn't require any special equipment - just a good pair of shoes and a little time each day. Beyond being a great way to clear your mind and connect with nature, walking has a number of health benefits, including:

▪️ Boosting your immune system
▪️ Reducing joint pain
▪️ Improving cardiovascular fitness
▪️ Helping to manage high blood pressure, cholesterol and type II diabetes
▪️ and, it can counteract the effects of weight-promoting genes 🧬

Whether you go for a stroll through the park, a brisk walk during your lunch break, or choose to walk instead of drive, every step counts! Even just 30 minutes a day can make a huge difference to your overall wellbeing.

So let's get moving this May! Your body and future self will thank you!

30/04/2025

A Monday afternoon well spent! This week, the FitnessGenes team swapped laptops for gardening gloves to help transform a local primary school’s garden. 🧤

We joined forces with the lovely Coach crew from Bicester Village to clear leaves, rubble and weeds – and even made a few unexpected friends (3 frogs 🐸 and a hedgehog 🦔)!

One full skip later, and the space is already looking so much better. A huge thanks to the Coach team for helping out and for the tools and plant donations! The kids will be able to grow and learn about plants and maybe even care for a few animals here soon 🪴🐓

We are so proud of our team, and we can’t wait to see the garden bloom! 🌿💚

23/04/2025

Trainer’s, let’s talk sarcopenia – the age-related loss of muscle mass, strength and performance.

By their 30s, your clients can start losing muscle mass if they’re not actively maintaining it. Without intervention, they could lose 30-50% of their muscle mass between the ages of 40 and 80.

Age, inactivity, and body composition can increase risk. Some clients may even be more prone to accelerated muscle loss because of their genetics. 🧬

As trainers, it’s crucial to:
💪🏻 Incorporate resistance training into programs (particularly for higher-risk clients)
💪🏻 Encourage consistent activity in all ages
💪🏻 Educate younger, lower-risk clients so when they hit their 30s, their muscle mass doesn’t start to decline

Want to learn more about providing even more personalised plans to your clients using their genetics? Send us a DM to find out more!

Start early. Build strength. Protect Performance. 🏋

Want to learn more about providing personalised plans to your clients using their genetics? Send us a DM to find out more!

17/04/2025

A little late to the party, but we couldn’t resist jumping on this trend! 🤩

Meet our FitnessGenes dolls - here to help you improve your health and fitness through exercise and nutrition tips tailored to your genetics! 🧬🏋🥑

15/04/2025

Do your clients have the ‘gene for speed’? 🧬

The R variant of the ACTN3 gene has been linked to elite sprint and power performance. Why? It allows the body to produce alpha-actinin-3, a protein key to fast, explosive muscle contractions.

Those with one or two copies of the R variant may benefit from greater strength, better adaptation to resistance training, and lower injury risk. 🏋

On the flip side, those with two copies of the X variant don’t produce alpha-actinin-3, which may help with endurance performance but comes with a higher risk of muscle damage and injury. 🏃

Knowing a client’s ACTN3 genotype allows for personalised training and nutrition.

Those who don’t produce alpha-actinin-3 may need to prioritise recovery methods.

Those who do produce alpha-actinin-3 can focus on boosting muscle strength and power by incorporating creatine and nitrate-rich foods (like beetroot and kale) to enhance muscle strength and force production in fast-twitch muscle fibres.

It’s not just about training harder – it’s about training smarter! 💡

11/04/2025

Congratulations to our Alex for finishing his third marathon, this time in Milan, with a PB of 02:52:02!

He just keeps getting quicker! Keep up the good work, we love seeing your success 💪🏻🏃🏻

08/04/2025

Do you give exercise or nutrition advice to your clients?

Here's something you might find interesting 👇

TNF-α (Tumour Necrosis Factor-alpha) is a protein that promotes inflammation. When levels are high, it can lead to excessive inflammation and exercise-induced muscle damage 🏋️‍♀️

Some clients may be genetically predisposed to elevated TNF-α levels, meaning their risk is higher. Understanding this can help you personalise their training and nutrition plans, like:

🍔 Avoiding high-fat diets
💊 Supplementing with curcumin
🐟 Boosting omega-3 intake

Curious about how DNA testing can support your client programming?
📩 DM us to learn more!

03/04/2025

Did you know the ideal rest time between workouts can be affected not only by your lifestyle but also by your genetic makeup? Having this information to hand can help you to tailor your client’s workout routines.

With enough rest, the body adapts to exercise stress, improving performance. However, training too often can lead to overtraining, fatigue, and a higher risk of injury.

For those in the low frequency group, 3 workouts per week with at least 2 rest days (including low-intensity movement like walking) is ideal.

Those in high frequency group can tolerate 5-6 sessions weekly but shouldn’t train more than 3 consecutive days.

By understanding your clients’ genetic makeup, you can personalise training plans to help them reach their full fitness potential. 🏋🏻‍♀️

Want to learn more about offering DNA testing to your clients? Send us a DM! 📩

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