Ross Bymolt, Chief Optimal Performance Coach at Boss Level, recently spoke to The Networking Group online meeting about epigenetics, and the exciting insights it can provide which enables one to work to their full potential.
Epigenetics
Ross kicked off his talk with an intro to epigenetics, which is an area of study that considers the way a person’s environment influences the way their genes work. As Ross explains, everyone is unique, and so everyone will have a different reaction to environmental factors.
As such, Ross points out that the way you work to your full potential will differ from the way others do. When it comes to performing optimally, each person has to discover what that means to them.
Modern epigenetics allows us to map all 25,000 genes, and account for how the environment interacts with genes. It also works on over 10,000 computations, and 500 algorithms, which can allow anyone to understand their unique biotype.
Standard Approach, Mixed Results
Ross explains that modern society treats everyone as if we’re all the same. Therefore, many help programmes adopt a standard approach, and yet their results are always mixed.
That’s not to mention that programs often contradict each other. Is a vegan diet best, or is a carnivore one optimal? On top of that, we also live in an era of quick fixes with there being medication for everything.
Despite all of this, Ross goes on to show that statistics indicate our best strategies are only effective 15% to 38% of the time. This means that at best, 60% of people aren’t getting the results promised. At worst, some approaches may even backfire.
Genetic Diversity
We gain certain biological traits when we’re still in the womb, where our genetic makeup is solidified. We grow into a certain category, namely ectomorph, mesomorph, endomorph, or something in between.
Despite being “set” genetically, Ross points out that our environment is actually a bigger factor, accounting for 95% of who we are. Our environment switches our genes “on” and “off”.
If we can figure out our genetic makeup, we can then have better control of that response, and so optimise. We are not “victims” of our genes, rather we need to know how to account for them.
The “Wheel of Everyone”
Ross refers to the wheel of everyone, which is a graph that contains six “types” of people, or “biotypes.” Each one has different physical traits, which influence what is an optimal lifestyle for them, and dictate, to a degree, what they’re best at. Each one also has a dominant hormone.
Sensor
The Sensor biotype is a pure ectomorph, and its dominant hormone is vasopressin. Physically Sensors are small people, who tend to be creative, intellectual, and ever-alert. They can perform optimally by practising calm, keeping warm, and eating lots of carbs. On the other hand, noisy environments, a lack of planning, and feeling unsafe can cause an inordinate amount of stress for them.
Crusader
The Crusader biotype is a mix between an ectomorph and a mesomorph. This type’s dominant hormone is dopamine. Physically this type is tall and lean. Crusaders are very goal focused and single-minded. Crusaders perform best when they have clear goals and a productive workspace. Due to their size, they should perform stretching exercises. A stressor for them can be a lack of purpose, or not switching off enough.
Activator
Activators are pure mesomorphs, and their dominant hormone is testosterone. As such they are natural athletes, risk takers, and tend to be impulsive. An optimal lifestyle for them includes daily high-intensity movement, rest breaks, variety, and six meals a day. Ross notes that they can pack on stress when they don’t move enough, while at the same time becoming stressed if they don’t rest. He also points out that they don’t do well with vegan diets.
Connector
The Connector is a mix between mesomorph and endomorph. They’re the most social biotype, and so their dominant hormone is oxytocin. They’re usually outgoing, friendly, adaptable, social chameleons, that can be easily distracted. To be optimal, they need a lot of social activity, to avoid distractions, and to cut out carbs in evening meals. Isolation, monotonous exercises, and small social circles can cause them stress.
Guardian
Guardians are pure endomorphs, and their dominant hormone is prolactin. They are the biggest biotype physically, being able to build the most muscle, but they also have the slowest metabolism and largest potential to store fat. They tend to do best in a slow-paced environment with a focus on stability. They should centre their exercise plans on heavy weights and long slow cardio sessions. They also benefit the most from diets high in fruits and vegetables. They tend to accrue stress in fast-paced environments, and often put others before themselves.
Diplomat
The final biotype, the Diplomat, is a cross between ectomorph and ectomorph. Their dominant hormone is serotonin. They tend to be empathetic, easy-going pleasure seekers. They perform best when they take their mornings slow, clear clutter, and spend a lot of time in nature. As a rule, they should avoid heavy exercise in the morning, and avoid last-minute decision-making.
Performing at 100%
As is evident, everyone is different, and so unique genes mean that each person has different ways to operate at 100%. Of course, this is all-encompassing, and so Ross and his team have created a programme, and accompanying app, to help everyone perform at 100%.
The programme will consider each person’s unique profile, and show them their primary biotype, along with the attributes they contain from others. The app contains a daily schedule, tips for optimising, and even a food list that’s country-specific, so you can keep it 100 no matter where you go.
Conclusion
Ross concludes with a quote – “Change happens when the pain of staying the same is greater than the pain of change.” This information about biotypes is certainly interesting, and when applied, promises to help everyone operate at their unique 100% capacity.
See the whole presentation on (13) How To Perform 100% With Ross Bymolt – YouTube
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