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What is exercise science?
A theory-based, research-led discipline that studies the physiological aspects of exercise.
What is clinical exercise physiology focused on?
Special populations such as the elderly and those with specific disease states like cancer.
Which of the following best describes physical activity?
How is exercise defined?
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What does being active usually entail in terms of weekly physical activity?
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What is 1 MET equivalent to?
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What is moderate-intensity activity measured in METs?
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What must occur for an organism to adapt to stress?
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What does progressive overload involve?
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Where does anaerobic ATP production take place?
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What is lactic acid's role during anaerobic metabolism?
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What does EPOC stand for?
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What is central fatigue?
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Study Notes
Overview of Exercise Science
- Exercise science is a theory-based and research-led discipline focusing on the physiological aspects of exercise.
- Distinction between physical activity (daily movements) and exercise (structured activities aimed at improving fitness).
Exercise Physiology
- Clinical exercise physiology addresses the needs of special populations, including the elderly and individuals with specific diseases like cancer.
- Understanding the body's response to exercise is essential for tailored training regimens.
Biomechanics
- Biomechanics evaluates both clinical applications and sports performance.
- Analyzing movement helps enhance performance and reduce injury risk.
Nutrition in Exercise
- Proper nutrition supports exercise performance; understanding dietary needs is crucial for athletes.
- Focus should be on what to eat for optimal health and performance enhancement.
Physical Activity Guidelines
- Being active involves engaging in 150-300 minutes of moderate-intensity physical activity per week.
- One MET (Metabolic Equivalent of Task) measures the oxygen consumption at rest, roughly 3.5 mL/kg/min.
Understanding METs
- Moderate-intensity activities range from 3 to 6 METs, indicating oxygen consumption is 3-6 times greater than at rest.
- An example calculation: Performing 6 MET activities for 30 minutes produces 180 MET-minutes.
Physical Fitness
- Physically fit individuals can perform activities of daily living (ADLs) without excessive fatigue, maintaining energy for additional tasks.
- Achieving fitness requires adaptation to stress through progressive overload and intensity adjustments.
Key Training Principles
- Overload: Stress the body to stimulate adaptations necessary for improvement.
- Progressive Overload: Gradually increase resistance in exercises (e.g., bench press).
- Specificity: Adaptations are specific to the type of exercise performed.
Energy Systems
- Anaerobic System: Produces ATP quickly with low yield; occurs in the cytosol. Utilizes creatine phosphate and is suitable for short bursts of activity.
- Aerobic System: Produces ATP in the mitochondria; lower speed but high yield, suitable for long-duration exercises.
Anaerobic Metabolism
- Involves glycolysis where glucose is metabolized to produce ATP.
- Produces byproducts like lactic acid, which can be utilized for energy by the liver and other tissues.
Aerobic Metabolism
- Involves the Krebs cycle and electron transport chain.
- Substrates for ATP production include glucose, fatty acids, and amino acids.
Energy System Utilization
- During exercise, multiple energy systems are activated according to intensity and duration.
- Phosphagen system offers quick ATP production for immediate energy needs (<10 seconds).
- Anaerobic metabolism supports high-intensity efforts lasting from 30 seconds to 2 minutes.
- Aerobic metabolism is utilized for prolonged activities for sustained energy supply.
Recovery and Fatigue
- Steady State: When the body's energy needs match energy production.
- EPOC (Excess Post-exercise Oxygen Consumption): Oxygen uptake remains elevated post-exercise for recovery.
- Muscle Fatigue: A decline in maximal force output from muscle activity, which can be central (related to the nervous system) or peripheral (related to muscle and neuromuscular function).
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This quiz explores the fundamental concepts of exercise science, including physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, and physical activity guidelines. Gain insights into how structured exercise can enhance performance and support special populations. It's essential for anyone interested in fitness and health.
