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Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Anatomy

Gastrocnemius Muscle: Functions, Structure, and Importance for Physical Activity

gastrocnemius calf muscle in back of lower leg that flexes the sole of the foot The gastrocnemius is a muscle located in the lower leg, specifically the...

Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Nutrition

ATP-Creatine Phosphate System: The Key to Short-term, High-Intensity Energy for Muscles

What is the main purpose of the ATP-creatine phosphate system? Provides ATP for short duration and high intensity exercise 0-15 seconds90-100% intensity The main purpose of the...

Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Nutrition

Anaerobic Pathway: How Lactic Acid System Provides Short-Term Energy

What pathway provides short-term energy? Glycolysis Moderate duration = 30-90 seconds Moderate-high intensity = 75-90% intensity The pathway that provides short-term energy is the anaerobic pathway, also...

Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Nutrition

Unlocking the Power of Oxidative Phosphorylation: How Carbohydrates and Fats Fuel the Energy Needs of Living Organisms

What does oxidative phosphorylation provide ATP for? What two nutrients are broken down? Provides ATP for resting conditions, low intensity and long duration exercises Breakdown of carbohydrates...

Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Nutrition

Optimizing Physical Performance: Nutrients Required for Rest, Moderate-Intensity, and High-Intensity Activities

Know which nutrients are primarily used for different levels of activity (e.g., rest, moderate-intensity, high-intensity). Rest = mostly fats Moderate intensity = split between fats and carbs...

Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Nutrition

Maximizing Sports Performance Through Proper Nutrition: The Importance of Carbohydrates and Protein

What is the most important nutrient for sports performance? What is the second most important? Carbohydrates are the most important for sports performance Body’s main energy supplier...

Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Nutrition

Difference between Fast and Slow Carbohydrates – Importance of Glycemic Index

Give an example of “fast” carbohydrate and “slow” carbohydrate. Why are they thought of as fast and slow? Fast = bread, cereal Slow = veggies, nuts Fast...

Mohamed Abbas
June 21, 2023
Nutrition

Why Protein Powders Are Not Created Equal: Importance of Protein Source, Manufacturing Process, and Ingredients

Why are protein powders not created equal? What is the idea behind this? Depending on the type of protein, they will have different amounts of leucine which...