In an Elite Marathon Runner, Performance in a Marathon Race

question 6

Multiple Choice

In an elite marathon runner, performance in a marathon race is limited by a number of factors. Among world class marathon runners, which of the following factors is considered to be critical for a high level of performance?

• A) Muscle ATP content
• B) Adequate fat stores
• C) High muscle glycogen content
• D) High muscle oxidative capacity
• E) High percentage of type II muscle fibers

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