The Sports Gene: Inside the Science of Extraordinary Athletic Performance

The Sports Gene

Inside the Science of Extraordinary Athletic Performance

2013 • 338 pages

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Fascinating book, mostly about genetics and sports ability. Could have used better editing - many times the author doesn't know when to stop. He also inserts himself into the book needlessly. The real-life stories are engrossing, though.

December 7, 2013

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