Athletic ability refers to an individual's natural talent, physical fitness and skill in sports or other physically demanding activities. It is a combination of factors such as strength, speed, agility, endurance, flexibility, balance, coordination, power, and accuracy that determine how well someone performs in athletics. Athletic ability can vary greatly from person to person depending on their genetics, training, nutrition, and overall physical conditioning. It is often seen as a natural talent or gift that some people are born with while others have to work harder to develop it through practice and dedication.