Energy continuum
What Energy continuum means in Physical Education A-Level, as defined for AQA, Pearson Edexcel.
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Reference: AQA
All three systems contribute, but the dominant contributor changes as intensity and duration change.
The relative contribution of the three energy systems to ATP resynthesis, depending on the intensity and duration of exercise.
Topics that use Energy continuum
- Energy systems (AQA A-Level)
- Scientific Principles of Physical Education (Pearson Edexcel A-Level)
Related terms
- EPOC
- Absolute and relative values
- Aerobic and anaerobic adaptation
- Aerobic energy system and endurance performance
- Aerobic energy transfer
- Aerobic versus anaerobic ATP generation
- Agonist
- Anaerobic and aerobic transfer
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