Chapter 5 - Lifespan

Question 1

the ability of the anaerobic energy systems to produce energy during short-term maximal effort exercise

Answer 1

anaerobic capacity

Question 2

a partial or complete reversal of physiologic adaptations to exercise, resulting from a significant reduction or cessation of exercise

Answer 2

deconditioning

Question 3

the process that occurs after the cessation of training in which adaptations to exercise are gradually reduced or lost

Answer 3

detraining

Question 4

reduction in muscle size from disuse

Answer 4

muscle atrophy

Question 5

the loss of skeletal muscle mass is common with the aging process

Answer 5

sarcopenia