Description
What makes an elite athlete: inherited ability, relentless practice, or the environment in which talent develops? This compelling exploration of athletic performance examines the complex interplay of genetics, training, experience, body type, and sports-specific technique, challenging the popular belief that excellence can be explained by a single formula such as the 10,000-hour rule. Drawing on scientific research and illuminating examples from the world of sport, it reveals how athletes’ bodies and abilities are shaped over time—and why some people respond more dramatically to training than others. Engaging and accessible, the book offers a nuanced look at the biology of talent while reconsidering what human performance can truly achieve.
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audiobook
Gildan Media, LLC and AudioGO
Published Jan 1, 2014
1 pages
ISBN: 9781469027357
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First Published
2013
Language
eng
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