3.2.1 - The ATP-PC (Phosphagen) System
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What does ATP stand for?
💡 Hint: Think of the energy currency in our cells.
What is the main fuel source used in the ATP-PC system?
💡 Hint: Consider what's stored in your muscles.
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What is the primary energy source for the ATP-PC system?
💡 Hint: Think about what's stored in your muscles for immediate energy.
True or False: The ATP-PC system requires oxygen.
💡 Hint: Consider the rapid energy needs of high-intensity activities.
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Design a workout for a sprinter that maximizes the use of the ATP-PC system. Describe the structure and timing of the workout.
💡 Hint: Consider how long the ATP-PC system lasts and the necessary rest to restore energy.
Explain the biochemical process of ATP regeneration in the ATP-PC system and discuss factors that can enhance phosphocreatine stores.
💡 Hint: Look at how dietary choices and exercise impact energy metabolism.
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