Genetic Sports Testing?
In this day and age of modern medical technology we use genetic testing to analyze DNA to "determine predispositions to disease". But a New York Times articles recently brought into light a Boulder Colorado company called Atlas Sports Genetics who has been marketing a gene test to determine if kids 1-8yrs old to attempt to predict a child's natural strengths.
Many experts have formulated opinions over the last month and I myself will be going on the Dr. Casey Show in Los Angeles this weekend (AM 830 2:00pm) to speak my opinion about this matter.
I will leave you all to form your own opinions about Genetic Sports Testing. Here are some article links about the topic and there will be a forum topic in the TBB Community Forum for those who'd like to share their own opinions. I encourage friendly debate as this could be a very touchy subject among parents. I'd love to hear what you all have to say!
Here are the links, I look forward to seeing you in the Forum!
New York Times, Nov 30, 2008: Born To Run? Little Ones Get Test For Sports Gene.
ScienceBlogs.com: The ACTN3 Sports Test. What Can It Really Tell You?
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