Lactic Acid System Flashcards by Rosie Foster

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Outline the uses and stores of the lactic acid system

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short term energy system, used for high intensity + over longer period of time (60-90s)
anaerobic process - does not require oxygen to produce energy
uses carbs from food and converts to glucose
excess stored in the liver + muscles as glycogen - easily accessible for energy use

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Advantages of the lactic acid system

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high intensity
no delayed o2 delivery
lasts longer than the PC system

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Disadvantages of the lactic acid system

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short duration (3 mins)
by-products is Lactic acid
energy yield is 1: 2

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