Energy Systems Overview
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What are the 3 main energy systems used by the human body?

Phosphagen system, Glycolysis system, Aerobic system

What does ATP and ADP stand for?

Adenosine triphosphate and Adenosine diphosphate

How long do the different energy systems last and what activities would use each system?

Phosphagen system - 8-10s - 100m sprint, Glycolysis system - 1.3-1.6mins - 400m swim, 800m race, Aerobic system - unlimited - marathon

How does our muscle use ATP?

<p>ATP is hydrolyzed to ADP and releases energy; to replenish ATP, a phosphate group is added to ADP.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the 2 energy systems that work without oxygen?

<p>Phosphagen system and Glycolysis system</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Glycolysis system use for fuel?

<p>Blood glucose or stored glycogen</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the basic process of the Glycolytic system?

<p>The body converts glucose or glycogen through 10 steps to produce ATP and lactic acid.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the basic process of the Aerobic system?

<p>Carbohydrates, fats, and proteins are processed in the Krebs cycle, generating energy through the Electron Transport Chain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the basic process of the Phosphagen system?

<p>Creatine phosphate and energy combine to form PCr, which splits to provide energy for muscle contraction.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the body if the muscles produce more lactic acid than it can transport away and recycle?

<p>It leads to increased hydrogen ion concentration and decreased blood pH, resulting in Lactic Acidosis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is VO2max?

<p>An athlete's maximal capacity to take in oxygen and transport it to working muscles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does VO2 a measure of?

<p>Aerobic Power, Aerobic Capacity, Maximal oxygen uptake</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some field tests for the aerobic system?

<p>Cooper's 12 min run test, Yo-yo test, Beep test, Queens college step test</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the tests for the glycolytic system?

<p>500m rowing erg test, 300m anaerobic run</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some of the tests for the Phosphagen system?

<p>We don't test the Phosphagen system as usage rate can exceed metabolic demand.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Energy Systems Overview

  • Three main energy systems utilized by the human body: Phosphagen system, Glycolysis system (lactic acid), and Aerobic system.

ATP and ADP

  • ATP stands for Adenosine triphosphate; ADP stands for Adenosine diphosphate, essential molecules in energy transfer.

Duration and Activities of Energy Systems

  • Phosphagen system: Lasts 8-10 seconds, used in 100m sprints and powerlifting.
  • Glycolysis system: Lasts 1.3-1.6 minutes, used in activities like 400m swimming and 800m races.
  • Aerobic system: Lasts unlimited time, primarily used in marathons.

Muscle ATP Usage

  • Muscle utilizes ATP through hydrolysis, splitting the last phosphate group to release energy, converting ATP to ADP.
  • Phosphorylation replenishes ATP by adding a phosphate group to ADP.
  • Aerobic reactions occur in the presence of oxygen, while anaerobic reactions occur without oxygen.

Oxygen-independent Energy Systems

  • Two energy systems function without oxygen: Phosphagen System and Glycolysis System.

Glycolysis System Fuel Sources

  • The Glycolysis system relies on blood glucose or stored glycogen for energy.

Glycolytic System Process

  • Involves a 10-step process where blood glucose or glycogen is converted into pyruvic acid, creating ATP.
  • Pyruvic acid is then converted and stabilized into lactic acid.

Aerobic System Process

  • Utilizes carbohydrates, fats, and proteins through the Krebs cycle, producing energy released in the Electron Transport Chain.

Phosphagen System Process

  • Combines phosphate and creatine to form phosphocreatine (PCr), which releases energy upon splitting, with the aerobic system rekindling PCr.

Lactic Acidosis Effects

  • Excess production of lactic acid can exceed the body's ability to transport and recycle it, leading to increased hydrogen ions and decreased blood pH, resulting in Lactic Acidosis.

VO2max Definition

  • VO2max is the maximal capacity of an athlete to intake oxygen, load it into the blood, and deliver it to working muscles for aerobic exercise.

VO2 Measurement Metrics

  • VO2 measures include Aerobic Power, Aerobic Capacity, and Maximal Oxygen Uptake.

Aerobic System Field Tests

  • Common field tests for the aerobic system include Coopers 12-minute run test, Yo-yo test, Beep test, and Queens College step test.

Glycolytic System Tests

  • Tests for the glycolytic system include the 500m rowing erg test and 300m anaerobic run.

Phosphagen System Testing Limitations

  • No standard tests for the Phosphagen system exist due to its rapid energy usage exceeding metabolic demands.

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Test your knowledge of the three main energy systems used by the human body. This quiz covers key terms, definitions, and the duration of each system during different activities. Perfect for physical education students and fitness enthusiasts.

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