Oh goody.  Scientists have identified several genes and gene combinations that contribute to athletic traits.

A gene called ACTN3, for example, is known as the “speed gene.”  Not so bad.  But what is er, interesting is that companies are offering mail-order test kits that let people check which variant of the gene they have, to determine whether they might be better suited to endurance running or sprinting, for example. And some people? Well, they’re checking their kids’ genes. For inherent sporting talent.

Suddenly screaming on the soccer field sidelines doesn’t seem so competitive when it comes to ugly parent syndrome. Author and regular Mamamia contributor Kylie Ladd writes…

Have you witnessed the ugly parent syndrome? Do you get worked up when your own kids compete?

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