Practice Muscle Fatigue (2.3.2) - Chapter 2: Exercise Physiology - IB 12 Physical and Health Education (SEHS)
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Muscle Fatigue

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Question 1 Easy

What is muscle fatigue?

💡 Hint: Think about what happens when muscles get tired after exercise.

Question 2 Easy

Name a byproduct associated with anaerobic metabolism.

💡 Hint: What do we call the acid that builds up during intense workouts?

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Question 1

What is muscle fatigue caused by?

A build-up of lactic acid
Dehydration
Increased oxygen levels

💡 Hint: Consider the role of waste products in muscle performance.

Question 2

Electrolytes are important for which function?

True
False

💡 Hint: Think about what electrolytes do physiologically.

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Challenge 1 Hard

Consider an athlete who trains at high intensities for a prolonged period. Discuss how lactic acid accumulation and energy depletion interact to affect performance.

💡 Hint: Think about how both factors can compound the fatigue experience.

Challenge 2 Hard

Propose a training plan that helps mitigate the effects of muscle fatigue for a marathon runner, considering hydration and nutrition.

💡 Hint: Consider how fueling and hydrating during training can affect overall performance.

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