Ben Has Been Running for 45 Minutes Three Times Per

question 51

Essay

Ben has been running for 45 minutes three times per week for one year. He explains to you that he is getting frustrated because he doesn't seem to be getting any fitter with this routine. Why do you think Jacob is not experiencing any improvements in his fitness? What would you recommend he do?

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Definitions:

Glycogen

A multi-branched polysaccharide of glucose that serves as a form of energy storage in animals and fungi, predominantly found in the liver and muscle tissues.

Amino Acids

Organic compounds that serve as the building blocks of proteins, vital for various bodily functions.

Glycogen

A multi-branched polysaccharide of glucose that serves as a form of energy storage in animals and fungi; the primary storage form of glucose in the body.

Parasympathetic Stimulation

The activation of the parasympathetic nervous system, leading to responses such as decreased heart rate and increased digestive activity.