Question
Explain why the lactic acid level rises during the exercise
Answers
GPT 3.5
During exercise, the body's demand for energy increases, which leads to an increased rate of glycolysis - the process by which glucose is broken down to produce energy. As a byproduct of this process, lactic acid is formed in the muscles.
Initially, the body can easily clear lactic acid as it is produced. However, as the intensity and duration of exercise increase, the body's ability to clear lactic acid may be outpaced by its production, leading to a buildup of lactic acid in the muscles and blood.
This rise in lactic acid levels can cause muscle fatigue, cramping, and discomfort during exercise. Once exercise stops, the body can gradually clear the lactic acid from the muscles and blood through metabolism and circulation.
Initially, the body can easily clear lactic acid as it is produced. However, as the intensity and duration of exercise increase, the body's ability to clear lactic acid may be outpaced by its production, leading to a buildup of lactic acid in the muscles and blood.
This rise in lactic acid levels can cause muscle fatigue, cramping, and discomfort during exercise. Once exercise stops, the body can gradually clear the lactic acid from the muscles and blood through metabolism and circulation.