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The Future of Genetic Research in Sports

These Genetic Mutations Might Explain Extreme Athletic Ability

Jan Otte

Have you ever watched an Olympic sprinter explode off the starting blocks or witnessed a marathon runner maintain an incredible pace for hours, and wondered what makes these athletes so extraordinary? While training, dedication, and mental toughness are crucial, there’s a hidden factor that might be even more fundamental to athletic excellence: genetic mutations. These ...