Are athletes really getting faster, better, stronger? | David Epstein

Why it was recommended

reminds me of a great TED talk about this

Strong recommendationnichochar · Original2014-06

What it covers

David Epstein argues in this TED talk that improving athletic records owe much to technology, training and the selection of specialized body types, not just humans getting. It is for a general viewer who does not plan to take a prerequisite first.

Video details

Channel

TED

Length

14 min 54 sec

Year

2014

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