Exercise Physiology | What is Supramaximal Exercise?

The video explains supramaximal exercise, which involves exercising at a VO2-max greater than 100%. It covers the concepts of VO2 and VO2-max, detailing how oxygen is consumed in cells, particularly in muscles. The video discusses the relationship between exercise intensity and oxygen needs, explaining that as intensity increases, so does the demand for oxygen. It also explores how anaerobic systems provide additional energy when exercising beyond VO2-max, leading to lactate production and muscle fatigue. A graph is used to illustrate the different VO2 levels and the role of aerobic and anaerobic systems.

What is supramaximal exercise and how is it defined?

Describe the process of how oxygen is consumed in cells during exercise.

Explain the relationship between exercise intensity and ATP production.

Discuss the importance of steady state exercise in relation to VO2-max.

What happens to the body when exercise intensity exceeds VO2-max?

How does the anaerobic system contribute to energy production during high-intensity exercise?

What role does lactate play in the anaerobic system during exercise?