8 Terms
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lactate threshold
Sports; Track and field
The running intensity where lactic acid begins to rapidly accumulate in the blood. Also called anaerobic threshold; lactate threshold speed is your 10K race pace plus 5-20 seconds or a heart rate ...
set
Sports; Track and field
The starter’s second call to runners to rise into their starting position and get ready to run.
lactic acid
Sports; Track and field
A by-product of the body's use of carbohydrates; usually associated with muscle stiffness and burn after a hard workout
shin splints
Sports; Track and field
Lower leg injury where there is pain along the shin bone; usually caused by excessive pronation or weak shin muscles; treat with ice and stretching and strengthening exercises; can lead to stress ...
