To investigate the effect of the applied rate on the thermodynamic state and consequent dynamic response of battery active materials, we designed a series of (dis)charging protocols (Fig. ) consisting of three distinct steps: the writing step, the resting step, and the reading step. The writing step refers to a partial (dis)charge of the battery to 50% SOC imposed at varying rates, to induce a non-equilibrium state. Subsequently, a 1-hr resting step under open circuit conditions is applied to let the system partially relax and ensure no kinetically induced gradients exist. Finally, the reading step completes the (dis)charge process at a fixed rate to examine the impact of the previously imposed rate on the dynamic behavior of the battery. The cell is then slowly cycled towards full charge and discharge before applying the next protocol, bringing the system to an equilibrium state and erasing the effect.