E1 - The role of energy systems Flashcards
ATP, ATP-PC, Lactate System, Aerobic System
1
Q
What does ATP stand for?
A
Adenosine triphosphate
2
Q
What does PC stand for?
A
Phospho Creatine
3
Q
What are the 3 energy systems?
A
ATP-PC
Lactate System
Aerobic System
4
Q
State the 6 characteristics of ATP-PC
A
Type: Anaerobic
Intensity: High intensity
Duration: Lasts from 0s-10 secs
Requirements: Requires no oxygen
Recovery time: 3mins
Fuel source: Phospho creatine
5
Q
State the 6 characteristics of the aerobic system
A
Type: Aerobic
Intensity: Low intensity
Duration: 90secs +
Requirements: Oxygen
Recovery time: 24-48 hours
Fuel source: Food you eat e.g carbs, protein, fats etc
6
Q
State the 6 characteristics of the lactate system
A
Type: Anaerobic
Intensity: Moderate intensity
Duration: 10s-90 secs
Requirements: Requires no oxygen
Recovery time: 8 mins
Fuel source: Glucose/Glycogen
