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#793 - Menno Henselmans - The New Science Of Using Protein To Build Muscle
Modern Wisdom
The Power of Expectations vs. Genetics
Expectations can significantly influence performance, often surpassing the impact of genetics. In a study where participants were misinformed about possessing a genetic mutation related to CO2 efficiency, those who believed they had the mutation performed better than those who were told the opposite. Interestingly, individuals without the mutation but convinced they had it outperformed those with the mutation who were told they lacked it. This phenomenon suggests that the power of the mind and belief in one's abilities can lead to enhanced outcomes, confirming that personal expectations may sometimes outweigh biological factors. Similar findings exist in caffeine research, where belief in caffeine's strength can exceed its actual effects.
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