Aerobic System

Aerobic System

1. Source of Fuel

   • Carbohydrate
     • #1 source of fuel
   • Fat
     • After 1 hour
   • Protein

2. Efficiency of ATP production

   • Metabolism of fuel and provision of energy
   • 39 moles of ATP from 180 grams of glycogen
     • Provides more energy

3. Duration of the system

   • Total amount = 350 grams
   • 12 hours of rest OR 1 hour of hard work
   • Marathon Runners
     • 2 hours

4. Fatigue

   • Glycogen is premium fuel for muscles.
     • Runs out = Body tires
   • Exhaustion of carbohydrates
     • Leads to fat being bured

5. By-products

   • Carbon-dioxide
     • Respiration
   • Water
     • Available to the cells

6. Recovery

   • Duration of us
   • Short time = Short recovery
     • Hours
   • Long time = Long recovery
     • Days