Right side abdominal pain can result from a variety of medical conditions, the reasons for which vary widely. Most of the time, pain in the right lower abdomen is temporary…
Category: Physiology
Body mass index: what it is and how to calculate it
BMI, short for Body Mass Index, is a key parameter for understanding an individual’s body mass in relation to height. This tool, also known as BMI (Body Mass Index), is…
VO₂max: definition, how it is measured and how to improve it
What is VO₂max? VO₂max, or maximum oxygen consumption, is a measure of the maximum amount of oxygen your body can use during exercise. It indicates the level of aerobic fitness…
Maximum oxygen consumption
Knowing one’s maximum oxygen consumption (VO₂ max) can be useful in planning personalized training, assessing fitness progress, identifying potential areas for improvement, and monitoring cardiovascular health. An increase in VO₂…
Golgi tendon organs
Golgi tendon organs are sensory structures found in the tendons of skeletal muscles. They consist of numerous nerve fibers wrapped in a connective capsule. These nerve fibers are sensitive to…
Difference between aerobic and anaerobic metabolism
Cellular metabolism Cellular metabolism is the process of converting carbohydrates, fats, and proteins into energy needed by cells. During cellular metabolism pathways, energy is stored in the high-energy phosphate bonds…