Epstein adroitly addresses the subject of race and sports performance, a topic most scientists and sociologists avoid because they are afraid of being accused of racial prejudice. The sports gene audiobook by david epstein 9781469025971. Jan 01, 2009 finally, the possible application of gene therapy in athletes, gene doping and genetic testing of athletes are discussed. The sports nonfiction book genre is made up of books containing information about specific sports and how theyre played, as well as autobiographies, or biographies, of famous players or coaches of popular sports. Stream and download audiobooks to your computer, tablet or mobile phone. Though the narrative at times is heavy on data and a bit science based, for the most part, the book is enjoyable and reads like a story. The sports gene takes a look at the physiological traits that are beneficial in various sports, and at their hereditary background. Aug, 20 the books title misleads, since he forcefully argues that no single known gene is sufficient to ensure athletic success. Malcolm gladwell, bestselling author of blink and outliers.
The sports gene, a conversation with author david epstein and. Aug 08, 20 david epstein, senior writer for sports illustrated, addresses questions about nature and nurture in the context of athletic success in his compelling new book, the sports gene. Written by david epstein, audiobook narrated by david epstein. Written by david epstein, narrated by david epstein. An intimate history audiobook by siddhartha mukherjee. Listen to the sports gene inside the science of extraordinary athletic performance by david epstein available from rakuten kobo. The book is highly recommended to exercise scientists, sports clinicians, human geneticists, athletes, coaches and to all those interested in the relatively new area of genetic research within the fields of exercise science. This book is subtitled inside the science of extraordinary athletic performance. The sports gene is a nonfiction book written by david epstein, at the time a senior writer for sports illustrated, on the effects of genetics and sports training on human athleticism. The sports gene considers the root of athletic success. Sport performances are also the result of hours spent in focused. Inside the science of extraordinary athletic performance by david epstein the sports gene is an enjoyable book that shares the latest of modern genetic research as it relates to elite athleticism. An intimate history from the pulitzer prizewinning author of the emperor of all maladiesa fascinating history of the gene and a magisterial account of how human minds have laboriously, ingeniously picked apart what makes us tick elle. Inside the science of extraordinary athletic performance from the worlds largest community of readers.
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Would you recommend the sports gene to your friends. Siddhartha mukherjees intimate history of one of the most powerful ideas in science. The bbc is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read the sports gene inside the science of extraordinary athletic performance by david epstein available from rakuten kobo. The sports gene posted on april 26, 2014 by lee brooks 3 comments the broad truth is that nature and nurture are so interlaced in any realm of athletic performance that the answer is always. Download and keep this book for free with a 30 day trial. Get the digital audiobook of the sports gene by david epstein on at. It also examines why people in certain parts of the world have evolved in their particular way, and how this is beneficial in the realm of certain sports. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in learning about sports and elite athletes. The books title misleads, since he forcefully argues that no single known gene is sufficient to ensure athletic success. The sports gene ebook by david epstein rakuten kobo.
The sports gene is bound to put the cat among the pigeons in the blankslate crowd who think that we can all be equal as long as we equalize environmental inputs such as practice. Aug 26, 20 that is what makes the sports gene such a worthy read. He discusses the origins of man,and how migrations of africa affected the genes and gene mutations that occurred in those populations. In the sports gene, david epstein examines the role that biology plays in separating weekend warriors from elite athletes. In high school, i wondered whether the jamaican americans who made our track team so successful might carry some special speed gene from their. Inside the science of extraordinary sports performance, how i would publish my views on the book, as it relates to the work that i do in my own gym with my clients. Are stars like usain bolt, michael phelps, and serena. Talent, practice and the truth about success by epstein, david isbn. The selected writings from the 157th edition contained in this audiobook offer trenchant opinion, compelling features and an authoritative voice on the worldwide game. Dick francis 19 reflex 16 mp3s u19 reflex 16 mp3s u youtube. Yes, this book is packed with so much interesting information i feel like i need to listen again and take notes. I have read this book like 5 times and i get something out of it every time.
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