Physical Education A-Level
Aerobic and anaerobic adaptation
What Aerobic and anaerobic adaptation means in Physical Education A-Level, as defined for AQA.
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Continuous training at low to moderate intensity develops the aerobic system through improved oxygen delivery and increased mitochondrial density, while interval work raises phosphocreatine stores, buffering capacity and lactate tolerance.
Topics that use Aerobic and anaerobic adaptation
- Energy systems (AQA A-Level)
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