Sunday, 4 September 2016

Sports Nutrition human body energy systems

The human body turns the fuel ( macro and micro nutrients) we consume into energy and its now known that the body has three distinct engines that do this work. This video introduces you to these systems and explains the differences between each.



Engines Info Info 2
ATP - PC ATP is the body's energy currency. Suitable for very short intense exercise  Energy lasts 10 seconds 
Anaerobic Glycolysis Energy held a bit longer  Energy lasts 90 seconds
Areobic Metabolism Not as quick to deliver but 20 times more efficient at producing energy Energy lasts 3-4 hours 
Areobic Metabolism Uses Fat + Protein + Carbohydrates Only occurs in the presence of oxygen

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