Aerobic Power Flashcards
1
Q
What is aerobic power?
A
Aerobic power=maximal rate of oxygen uptake (VO2 max)
2
Q
What is VO2 max measured in
A
L/min
Ml/Kg/min
3
Q
Limiting factors of VO2 max
A
Respiratory system
Cardiovascular system
Energy system lacking mitochondria
Hereditary
Age- decreases over time
Gender- approx. 10% difference
4
Q
MET
A
Metabolic Equivalent Task
One MET is the amount of oxygen consumed while sitting at rest in one minute.
1MET= 3.5ml/Kg/min
5
Q
Which sportspeople tend to have the highest VO2 max values?
A
Cross country skiing
Long distance running
Cycling (Tour de France)
