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During high-intensity, short-duration activities, the body primarily relies on which energy system?
During high-intensity, short-duration activities, the body primarily relies on which energy system?
- A combination of both aerobic and anaerobic systems in equal measure.
- Anaerobic system, resulting in lactic acid accumulation. (correct)
- Aerobic system, utilizing free fatty acids.
- Aerobic system, producing carbon dioxide and water.
Which of the following best describes how the body utilizes fuel sources during aerobic exercise?
Which of the following best describes how the body utilizes fuel sources during aerobic exercise?
- Free fatty acids are broken down rapidly for quick energy, while glycogen is not used.
- Glycogen is rapidly converted to glucose for quick energy, while fats are not used.
- Glucose is used, but only if oxygen levels are low, leading to lactic acid build-up.
- Both glucose and free fatty acids are utilized, with free fatty acids providing a slower release of energy. (correct)
A long-distance runner is competing in a marathon. Which metabolic process is primarily responsible for energy production during the race?
A long-distance runner is competing in a marathon. Which metabolic process is primarily responsible for energy production during the race?
- Anaerobic metabolism, leading to a rapid build-up of lactic acid.
- A combination of both aerobic and anaerobic that cycles throughout the race.
- Aerobic metabolism, utilizing both glucose and fats with oxygen. (correct)
- Anaerobic metabolism, due to the high intensity nature of running.
Compared to aerobic exercise, what is a key limitation of anaerobic exercise in terms of sustained energy production?
Compared to aerobic exercise, what is a key limitation of anaerobic exercise in terms of sustained energy production?
During aerobic exercise, the body uses free fatty acids and glucose + oxygen. What are the by-products?
During aerobic exercise, the body uses free fatty acids and glucose + oxygen. What are the by-products?
Flashcards
Anaerobic Exercise
Anaerobic Exercise
Exercise performed without using oxygen, typically high-intensity and short duration.
Aerobic Exercise
Aerobic Exercise
Exercise performed with oxygen, typically low-intensity and long duration.
Lactic Acid
Lactic Acid
A substance produced during anaerobic exercise, associated with muscle fatigue and pain.
Glycogen
Glycogen
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Triglycerides
Triglycerides
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Study Notes
- Exercise is categorized as aerobic or anaerobic, based on the body's energy supply needs.
Anaerobic Exercise
- This type of exercise does not use oxygen.
- Involves short duration and high-intensity actions.
- The body can exercise for a short time without oxygen.
- Anaerobic exercise results in lactic acid build-up, associated with fatigue and pain during vigorous activity.
- Chemical equation: Glucose → Energy + Lactic Acid
Aerobic Exercise
- This type of exercise uses oxygen.
- Involves long duration and low-intensity activities.
- The body meets the activity's oxygen demands, prolonging exercise.
- Produces carbon dioxide and water, easily removed from the body.
- Chemical equation: Glucose or Fat + Oxygen → Energy + Carbon Dioxide + Water
Food Fuel Sources
- Carbohydrates and fats are the main food fuel sources for exercise.
- Carbohydrates are stored as glycogen in muscles, broken down into glucose, and released into the blood.
- Glucose is used in both aerobic and anaerobic exercise for a relatively fast energy supply.
- Fats are stored as triglycerides in muscle or adipose tissue, broken down into free fatty acids, and released into the blood.
- Free fatty acids are used by the muscle only in aerobic exercise due to the slow energy release.
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Explore the distinction between aerobic and anaerobic exercises, focusing on energy sources and intensity. Anaerobic exercise involves high-intensity, short-duration activities without oxygen, leading to lactic acid build-up. Aerobic exercise uses oxygen for prolonged, low-intensity activities, producing carbon dioxide and water.
