Domains of Exercise Flashcards
1
Q
What is critical power?
A
Highest power output that can be maintained over time
It is related to MLSS
2
Q
What does homeostasis have a steady state in?
A
VO2
Blood lactate concentration
Heart rate
‘Muscle cell physiology’
‘Fatigue products’
3
Q
What is W’ (W Prime)?
A
Power above CP X Duration
Power X Time
It is a fixed energy store that mainly represents anaerobic capacity
4
Q
Practical applications of Critical Power
A
Characterisation of athletes - what is the highest sustainable power (‘who is the fittest athlete’)
Power zones - training prescription
Athlete tracking over season / training cycle
5
Q
What are the Domains of Exercise?
A
Low intensity domain = below the LT
Moderate domain = between the LP and the MLSS
Severe domain = above the MLSS
