Exercise Physiology: Theory and Application to Fitness and Performance 9th Edition by Scott Powers, Edward Howley

Exercise 1

Explain how knowledge of the energy systems used in a particular activity or sport might be useful in designing a sport-specific training program.

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Sport specific training programs are designed to achieve the best output of an athlete by providing scientific approach of training to improve performance. The training should be aimed at conditioning and increasing the muscles ability to generate force and power, improving muscular efficiency, and improving muscular endurance. The trainer should keep in mind that different sport activities use different metabolic pathways or energy systems to produce the energy required for movement.