ACTN3 gene
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Role of Genetics in Improving Fitness and Sports Performance
Abstract: Research indicates that variations in specific genes affects sports performance, comparing athletes with nonathletes. The genes that have been examined the most in relation to athletic performance are ACE and ACTN3. Strength and endurance have been associated with these genes, which also affect the type of fiber that makes up muscles. Sports performance factors primarily affected by genes are intrinsic motivation to exercise, power and endurance potential, training response to …
Published in Recent Trends in Sports · Vol. 1, Issue 2, 2024 · pp. 28–34 Read article