Phenome Longevity

Sports performance genetics test

Train smarter. Perform better.

Understand how your DNA shapes strength, endurance, and recovery, and how this test helps you train smarter for your biology.

Results in
2 to 4 weeks
Sample type
Saliva swab
Technology
Whole Genome Sequencing
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  • WGSWhole genome sequencing method
  • 0Performance domains covered
Sports Performance Test sample collection kit

How it works

From sample to insight, in four simple steps.

Step 01Order your kit

Free delivery in 2 to 3 working days. Discreet packaging.

Step 02Collect at home

A small saliva sample using the sterile kit, with step-by-step instructions.

Step 03Lab analysis

Whole genome sequencing in our accredited lab. Results in 2 to 4 weeks.

Step 04Report + Consultation

Personalised report in the Phenome app, plus a 1-to-1 consultation session.

Why it mattersWhy sports genetics improves your results.

Every body responds to training differently. Genetic variation shapes how you build muscle, sustain endurance, and recover, helping explain why the same programme delivers different results for different people.

  • Power, Strength & Endurance

    How your muscles generate speed and power, and how efficiently oxygen reaches them during exercise.

    • ACTN3
    • ACE
    • PPARGC1A
    • VEGFA

  • Energy & Metabolism

    How your body fuels activity, processes nutrients, and uses fat and carbohydrate for energy.

    • PPARA
    • CPT1B
    • FTO
    • ADRB2
    • MTHFR
    • SOD2
    • GSTT1

  • Injury Risk & Recovery

    How your tendons and ligaments handle load, and how strongly your body manages inflammation after training.

    • COL5A1
    • COL1A1
    • COL3A1
    • GDF5
    • IL6
    • IL1B
    • TNF

  • Mind & Motivation

    How your genes shape drive, focus, and the way you respond to competition and stress.

    • BDNF
    • COMT
    • DRD2
    • SLC6A4

Your results are a guide, not a verdict. Genes reveal tendencies: training, nutrition, and consistency decide how far you take them.

Who it’s for

This test is highly recommended for

For athletes & sports enthusiasts

  • Optimising training, recovery, and performance at any level
  • Understanding your genetic strengths and natural abilities
  • Reducing injury risk with data-backed preparation

For gym-goers & active individuals

  • Training more effectively for your unique genetic profile
  • Optimising nutrition, recovery, and rest for your body’s needs
  • Eliminating guesswork with personalised insights

For coaches & personal trainers

  • Building personalised programmes grounded in clients’ biology
  • Adding a genetic data layer to training and nutrition plans
  • Delivering better, more measurable outcomes

For anyone curious about their body

  • Understanding why you respond the way you do to exercise
  • Learning what your body is built for
  • Making informed decisions about fitness for the long term

Your report

What’s included in your Sports Performance Report

Your Sports Performance Report reveals how your genetics influence strength, endurance, recovery, and overall physical potential. Designed to help you train smarter, recover faster, and perform at your best.

  • A summary of your unique genetic profile for athletic performance, energy, and recovery capacity.

  • Insights into your muscle fibre type, strength development, and response to resistance training.

  • Analysis of the genes that influence sprinting ability, reaction speed, and short-burst performance.

  • Evaluation of how efficiently your body uses oxygen and sustains prolonged activity.

  • Genetic markers linked to ligament, tendon, and joint integrity that help identify injury susceptibility and inform prevention.

  • Assessment of how quickly your body recovers after training or competition and returns to baseline.

  • How your body converts nutrients into energy and regulates fat and carbohydrate metabolism.

  • Your capacity to adapt to different training types and intensities, and resilience to workload changes.

  • Personalised insight into how you process key nutrients, vitamins, and stimulants.

  • Genes linked to focus, motivation, and sleep quality that shape cognitive performance and recovery.

  • Personalised recommendations to align your workouts, nutrition, and recovery with your genetic profile.

What you get

Your personalised sports performance report.

Sports Performance Test results in the Phenome app, on a phone

Your Sports Performance Report

Whole genome sequenced. Every performance gene analysed.

  • Full results in the Phenome app11 performance domains visualised clearly, with plain-language explanations for every finding.
  • Personalised training & nutrition guidanceA 1-to-1 session with a Phenome consultant to build a plan for training intensity, rest cycles, and nutrition, aligned to your genetics.
  • Downloadable PDF reportShare with your coach or personal trainer to build a programme fully grounded in your biology.
  • Complete data privacyProcessed under GDPR, stored on encrypted servers, and never shared with any third party. You stay in full control.

Stop guessing. Start training with precision.

Results in 2 to 4 weeks. Personalised training & nutrition insights included.

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  • Free shippingDelivered in 2 to 3 working days
  • 11 performance domainsMapped from a single sample
  • 1-to-1 consultationPhenome consultant included
  • GDPR + encryptedYour data, always under your control

Reviews

What our customers say.

★★★★★

  • ★★★★★
    “I was curious about the genetics side of training. The report gave me a few things to explore with my coach.”

    Jack M.Sports Performance Test

  • ★★★★★
    “The recovery section was the part I found most interesting. It made me think more carefully about how I structure my week.”

    Chloe E.Sports Performance Test

  • ★★★★☆
    “I use the Band too, so I liked having another perspective alongside my everyday activity data.”

    Ryan C.Sports Performance Test

The science

Grounded in sports genomics research.

A scientist pipetting a sample in front of a sequencing read

Our standards

Our sports performance panel is built on peer-reviewed research in exercise science and genomics.

  • Peer-reviewed exercise genomicsGrounded in published literature
  • Validated performance markersEstablished gene-trait associations
  • Specialist-reviewed reportsInterpreted by certified specialists

References

Peer reviewed papers by Phenome’s scientific team and collaborators. Each opens the original paper.

Frequently asked questions

What does the Sports Performance Test analyse?

The test examines genes that influence strength, endurance, recovery, and injury risk, helping you understand how your body responds to different types of exercise and training intensity.

Who can benefit from this test?

Anyone over 18 interested in improving physical performance, from professional athletes to beginners. Results help tailor training, recovery, and nutrition to your genetic profile.

How accurate are the results?

The analysis uses advanced next-generation sequencing with high accuracy. All findings are reviewed by certified genetic specialists to ensure reliable interpretation.

What kind of insights will I receive?

Insights on muscle composition, energy metabolism, recovery rate, tendon and ligament strength, and your response to endurance or power training.

How can this test improve my performance?

By understanding your genetic strengths and recovery capacity, you can build a training plan that maximises results, reduces injury risk, and supports long-term goals.

How is the sample collected?

A simple saliva sample, collected easily at home using the instructions provided in the kit.

When should I take and send my sample?

Collect between Monday and Thursday and return it the same day using the prepaid envelope, ideally before midday. Avoid public holidays to prevent delays.

Where can I see my results?

Uploaded automatically to your secure profile in the app, with an email link, and downloadable as a PDF anytime.

Do I need professional guidance to interpret my results?

Your report is easy to understand, but you can also discuss it with a coach, physiologist, or genetic counsellor to integrate the insights into your plan.

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