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HMS, TIP 2016 HSC 20 MC

Which of the following adaptations is increased by long-term aerobic training?

  1. Fat metabolism
  2. ATP resynthesis
  3. Protein metabolism
  4. Fast-twitch fibre recruitment
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\(A\)

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  • A is correct: Aerobic training enhances the body’s ability to metabolise fats for energy.

Other Options:

  • B is incorrect: ATP resynthesis improves but fat metabolism is more specific.
  • C is incorrect: Protein metabolism isn’t a primary adaptation to aerobic training.
  • D is incorrect: Aerobic training develops slow-twitch fibres, not fast-twitch recruitment.

♦♦♦ Mean mark 40%.

Filed Under: Physiological adaptations and improved performance Tagged With: Band 5, smc-5461-10-Cardio adaptations

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