Epstein, David J., 1983-
The sports gene : inside the science of extraordinary athletic performance / David Epstein. - xiv, 338 pages ; 24 cm.
Includes bibliographical references (pages 295-328) and index.
We all knew a star athlete in high school. The one who made it look so easy. He was the starting quarterback and shortstop; she was the all-state point guard and high- jumper. Naturals. Or were they? The debate is as old as physical competition. Are stars like Usain Bolt, Michael Phelps, and Serena Williams genetic freaks put on Earth to dominate their respective sports? Or are they simply normal people who overcame their biological limits through sheer force of will and obsessive training?
9781591845119 (trade)
2013013443
Sports--Physiological aspects.
Human genetics.
RC1235 / .E58 2013
613.7/1
The sports gene : inside the science of extraordinary athletic performance / David Epstein. - xiv, 338 pages ; 24 cm.
Includes bibliographical references (pages 295-328) and index.
We all knew a star athlete in high school. The one who made it look so easy. He was the starting quarterback and shortstop; she was the all-state point guard and high- jumper. Naturals. Or were they? The debate is as old as physical competition. Are stars like Usain Bolt, Michael Phelps, and Serena Williams genetic freaks put on Earth to dominate their respective sports? Or are they simply normal people who overcame their biological limits through sheer force of will and obsessive training?
9781591845119 (trade)
2013013443
Sports--Physiological aspects.
Human genetics.
RC1235 / .E58 2013
613.7/1