2.3.2 - Muscle Fatigue
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What is muscle fatigue?
💡 Hint: Think about what happens when muscles get tired after exercise.
Name a byproduct associated with anaerobic metabolism.
💡 Hint: What do we call the acid that builds up during intense workouts?
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What is muscle fatigue caused by?
💡 Hint: Consider the role of waste products in muscle performance.
Electrolytes are important for which function?
💡 Hint: Think about what electrolytes do physiologically.
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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.
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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