Bioenergetics and Energy Systems in Kinesiology

Flashcards covering essential terms and concepts related to bioenergetics and energy systems discussed in kinesiology.

Bioenergetics

The study of the transformation of energy in living organisms.

VO2max

The highest rate of O2 consumption obtainable during maximal exercise.

Anaerobic glycolysis

A metabolic pathway that converts glucose into energy without using oxygen.

EPOC

Excess post-exercise oxygen consumption; the O2 consumption during rest following exercise.

Phosphagen system

The energy system that provides immediate ATP through the breakdown of phosphocreatine.

Lactate threshold

The exercise intensity at which lactate starts to accumulate in the blood.

Aerobic metabolism

A metabolic process that requires oxygen to generate ATP.

Creatine phosphate

A high-energy compound used to regenerate ATP during short, high-intensity activity.

Krebs Cycle

A series of chemical reactions used by all aerobic organisms to generate energy.

Excess post-exercise oxygen consumption (EPOC)

The elevated oxygen consumption after exercise to restore the body to homeostasis.