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Mean power (MP)
The average power (force times distance divided by time) exerted during short-duration (typically 30 sec) work.
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Mean arterial pressure (MAP)
A weighted average of systolic and diastolic blood pressures, representing the mean driving force of blood throughout the arterial system. The average of the diastolic and systolic pressures.
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Maximal voluntary contraction (MVC)
The maximal force that the muscle can exert.
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Maximal oxygen consumption(VO2,max)
The highest amount of oxygen an individual can take in and utilize to produce ATP aerobically while breathing air during heavy exercise. Maximal oxygen consumption is sometimes referred to as maximal aerobic capacity. It is determined by assessing the body’s ability to maximally utilize oxygen during a graded exercise test. Intensity of physical activity is…
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Maximal lactate steady state (MESS)
The highest workload that can be maintained over time without a continual rise in blood lactate; it indicates an exercise intensity above which lactate production exceeds clearance.
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Maximal (Max) exercise
The highest intensity, greatest load, or longest duration exercise of which an individual is capable.
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Long slow distance (LSD) workout
A continuous aerobic training session performed at a steady-state pace for an extended time or distance.
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Leukocytosis
An increase in circulating leukocytes (white blood cells [WBC]). Temporary increase in the number of white cells in the blood, typically, but not exclusively, caused by the presence of infection. A slight increase in the numbers of white blood cells. An abnormally large number of white blood cells, often brought about by acute infections. Abnormal…
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Lactate thresholds
Points on the linear-curvilinear continuum of lactate accumulation that appear to indicate sharp rises, often labeled as the first (LT1) and second (LT2) lactate thresholds. An inflection point beyond which the biosynthesis of lactate experiences a sharp escalation. The threshold at which the concentration of lactic acid in the bloodstream rapidly increases.
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Laboratory test
Precise, direct measurement of physiological functions for the assessment of exercise responses or training adaptations; usually involves monitoring, collection, and analysis of expired air, blood, or electrical signals. A test carried out in a laboratory.
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