An Example of an Event That Relies on Anaerobic Pathways

question 3

Multiple Choice

An example of an event that relies on anaerobic pathways is

• A) a 100-meter sprint (13 seconds).
• B) a 1500-meter run (6 minutes).
• C) a 10,000-meter run (35 minutes).
• D) a marathon (3 hours and 30 minutes).

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Definitions:

Biceps Femoris

A muscle of the thigh that forms part of the hamstrings, involved in knee flexion and thigh extension.

Hamstring Muscles

A group of three muscles located at the back of the thigh that are essential for walking, running, and jumping.

Quadriceps Group

A muscle group consisting of four muscles on the front of the thigh that work together to extend the knee.

Anterior Thigh Compartment

The front section of the thigh, containing muscles such as the quadriceps that are primarily involved in knee extension and hip flexion.