| Title: |
Why are some people faster than others? Discover the secrets behind super-speed. |
| Source: |
Week Junior: Science + Nature; Aug2024, Issue 77, p34-35, 2p |
| Subject Terms: |
RUNNERS (Sports), GENETICS, SLOW-twitch muscle fibers, SPRINTING training, ENDURANCE athletes |
| Abstract: |
The article focuses on why some people are faster runners than others, examining the roles of genetics, muscle types, and mental factors in determining speed. It explains how fast-twitch and slow-twitch muscle fibers influence sprinting and endurance, respectively. It also debunks common myths about speed training, emphasizing that improving speed involves a combination of genetic traits and targeted training. |
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