The human gene map for performance and health-related fitness phenotypes: the 2001 update

Authors :: Rankinen, Tuomo
Perusse, Louis
Rivera, Miguel
Wolfarth, Bernd
Bouchard, Claude
Source :: Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. August, 2002, Vol. 34 Issue 8, p1219, 15 p.
Publication Year :: 2002
Abstract: This article reviews current research on the relationship between human genetics and physical fitness levels. An analysis of cardiorespiratory endurance, muscle strength, gene mutation, and body composition measurements is presented.

Subjects :: Physical fitness -- Genetic aspects
Gene mutations -- Physiological aspects
Phenotype -- Identification and classification
Genetic research -- Analysis
Health
Sports and fitness

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