Talent

I think that talent is a combination of hard work, genetics and intellect. Although it seems that most of the time athletes are not the smartest people, the way that they are able to analyze situations is astounding, and shows that they really do have a level of intellect. For example, a running back in football has to be able to know where the holes in the defense are, while being aware of players trying to tackle him, and at the same time holding tightly onto the ball. No stupid human being can do all that. Genetics also play a vital role. Some groups tend to be taller, faster etc. This also ties into the way that talent is perceived. If everyone in your families history has been a hunter (probably only found in small pockets of the world today) then you are more likely to be faster and stronger or have developed a different part of your brain. Hard work is the last and probably the most important one. Everyone thinks that all Asians are good at Math, but the reason that most of them are probably adept at it is that they are trained from a young age and learn all the skills necessary for later classes. These are the reasons why I think people aren't born with talent.