Imagine if Spud Webb — all 5’7” of him — had looked at his genetics and said,
“I’m too small for the NBA, so why even try?”
No dunk contest.
No NBA career.
No inspiration for millions.
And yet… he didn’t let his genetics define his future.
A man recently told me, “Dave, my father died young. We look the same. Our genetics are the same. Is there even any hope for me?”
That breaks my heart — and it fires me up.
If genetics decided everything, only people with “perfect DNA” would even try to be healthy. And what does that even mean?
Years ago, someone told me I had “bad genetics” for lifting and I’d never go far. Good thing I didn’t listen. I’m not Arnold, but I’ve built a strong, healthy body — and more importantly, a life I can fully enjoy with my wife, kids, and now my grandkids.
Here’s the truth:
Genetics are risk indicators — not fixed outcomes.
They may load the gun… but lifestyle pulls the trigger.
Walking improves blood pressure and blood sugar.
Strength training protects your heart, muscles, and metabolism.
Protein and whole foods support recovery and resilience.
Managing stress lowers the volume on genetic risk.
This is called epigenetics — how your habits turn certain genes up or down.
You can’t rewrite your DNA…
But you absolutely get to decide how loudly it speaks.
And that’s empowering.
So don’t let your past — or your family tree — steal your future.
Train. Walk. Eat well. Rest. Repeat.
You’re not broken.
You’re in charge. 💪🏼
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