1. B: The Muscular System Explain the following terms; Isometric
Objective: Understand and explain the short & Long term adaptations of the Muscular system to exercise
Challenge: Explore the way that athletes derive energy and how it differs in each circumstance
Key Words: Antagonist Agonist Hypertrophy
 Myoglobin DOMS Synergist Fixator Skeletal
Explain the following terms giving example of when they occur;
Isometric
Concentric
Eccentric
Explain the characteristics of muscle fibre types II, IIa & IIx linking each to a sports performer.
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Explain the following terms;
Agonist
Antagonist
Synergist
Fixator
Describe the characteristics and function of the following;
Cardiac Muscle
Smooth Muscle
Skeletal Muscle
Describe the law associated with nervous control of muscle contraction
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Fully explain the short & long term effects of exercise on the Muscular system .
Apply the effects to an elite sports performer of your choice justifying how it helps them in their sport. (Link to energy systems if you can)
Complete on reverse side of sheet

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