The
sports gene
inside the science of extraordinary athletic performance
Epstein, David J.
1983-
creator
author.
text
bibliography
nyu
2013
monographic
eng
xiv, 338 pages ; 24 cm.
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?
David Epstein.
Includes bibliographical references (pages 295-328) and index.
Sports
Physiological aspects
Human genetics
RC1235 .E58 2013
613.7/1
9781591845119 (trade)
2013013443
DLC
131010
20190501183506.0
836557840
eng