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I am starting to notice that ths area is pretty energetic. We see more people on bicycles and walking than we know what to do with. It kind of reminds me of when I lived in Atlanta…people were always out after work doing something. Since I am energetic too, I fit right in. I actually [...] - [Read more]

OK, on to my new class, Exercise Physiology.  I am relieved I made it through Physiology.  It was a lot of information in a short amount of time.  Now I get to apply that knowledge to exercise.  Wooo…whooo!!  It is starting to make sense now. 

For those of you who like to learn with me…you will enjoy these more than the last posts.  If you wonder how you use your energy..read on.

We have three energy systems; the phosphagen system, the lactic acid system and the oxygen system.

The Phosphagen System

This system is also called ATP-CP.  It is when you do high intensity exercise.  You have Creatine Phosphate stored in small amounts in your muscles.  This is the energy that gives you the initial burst of energy.  Say if you had to run across the room really fast..this is what allows you to do it.  It is normally no more than the first 30 seconds of exercise.  It is considered anaerobic because it does not require oxygen. 

The Lactic Acid System

These last two systems are considered glycolysis.  The Lactic acid system is also called anaerobic glycolysis.  The difference between the two is whether or not oxygen is available.  In this system, oxygen is not present.  It starts off with carbohydrates (glucose) degrading and turning into pyruvic acid.  since there is no oxygen the pyruvic acid turns into lactic acid.  This is the burn that you feel in your muscles.  It also is associated with fatigue.  The energy it provides is maximal and last from 1 minute after the onset of exercise to about 3 minutes after the onset.

The Oxygen System

This system starts off the same as the Lactic Acid system.  It starts with glucose and turns into pyruvic acid.  The difference is that oxygen is present, therefor it is also call aerobic glycolysis.  Since oxygen is present, after pyruvic acid it turns to Acetyl Coenzyme A.  Then, it enters the Kreb’s cycle and the Electron Transport System.  both of these produce ATP which is energy.  CO2 is produced and diffused into the blood and exhaled by the lungs.  Oxidation also occurs which removes the electrons in the Kreb’s cycle in the form of Hydrogen (H+).  These electrons enter the Electron Transport System.  This system forms H2O (Water)  The H from the Kreb’s cycle and the O2 from what we breathe. 

Along this whole way, ATPs are produced.  This is what provides energy.  This system works after about 3 minutes from the onset of exercise.

These three systems are Carbohydrate Metabolism.

Do you wonder about Fat and Protein Metabolism?  I bet you do. 

Fat Metabolism

Fat only metabolizes in an aerobic system.  Fat can be Beta Oxidized and enter the Kreb’s cycle or enter the electron transport System.  both systems produce energy.  So yes, you need fat for energy.  Here is the kicker.  Fat is the slowest to metabolize.  In the long run it does produce the most energy but it is definitely the slowest. 

Protein Metabolism

Protein metabolism plays a minor role in energy production while at rest.  It also only contributes 5-10% of energy during prolonged exercise.   It is used mostly under extreme circumstances…e.g. starvation, carbohydrate depletion or an extreme endurance event.

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Thanks for the effort everyone.  You didn’t get them all so here are the answers. 

Jape=James

Muffy=Muffin

Baddet=Blanket

Foop=Food

Dorm=Storm

Copper=Helicopter

Dop=Stop

Matnew=Matthew

Boppy=Diaper

Juice (this one is tricky)=Milk, Juice…pretty much anything that goes in his sippy cup.

CB=TV

Buk=Book

Pie=Grandpa

Meow=Cat

Cool=School

Gape=Grapes

Strawbows=Strawberries

Gree Bees=Green Beans

On (This one is tricky too)=On, Off & Open.  We’re working on that one!!

Mee=Monkey

Bas=Back….for example…”bas” with a point to the bouncy chair means put Matthew back and pick ME up.

Bella=Umbrella

Bufly=Butterfly

Dar=Star

Bonus word=Loopba=Yogurt.  That one was tough.

Tree hugger in training…

Tree hugger in training…

Thank you so much! I have spent about 2 hours trying to figure this one out…

Today, the tile installers finished laying the full pieces of tile. Now, they have to come back on Monday to make all the cuts for all the edge pieces. I am going down tonight to count all the edge pieces we’ll need, just to make sure we have enough tile. On Tuesday, they will come [...] - [Read more]

Also today (it was quite a busy day), the tile guys came over to start the tile installation in the basement. I have to say, this installer has impressed me on a number of occasions. By nature, I am skeptical. I always think people aren’t going to do a complete job or try to get [...] - [Read more]

[...] the gutter guys came over to clean the gutters and install the rest of the gutter covers. I felt a little bad having a gutter cleaning company install the covers, but they didn’t [...]

It feels good to get some things checked off my list. Today, the gutter guys came over to clean the gutters and install the rest of the gutter covers. I felt a little bad having a gutter cleaning company install the covers, but they didn’t seem to mind. The owner told me that I could call [...] - [Read more]

Yesterday was pretty fun. I met the tile installer at Tile America in West Hartford. I picked out the tile for the basement and the grout color. I like the grout to match the tile, so the floor doesn’t look like a big checker board. We also ordered up the thinset. I bought 473.44 square [...] - [Read more]

i have a brand new HP Compaq 6720s. just got it 3 days ago and i went out for the day, came home and my computer wasnt plugged in all the way. so i plugged it in when it was 39% expecting it to charge and came back an hour later to see it say plugged in; not charging 39%. Its been like this for a few hours now. I just wanted to add that i got a new model and its still doing it. idk if theres an actual fix for this.

Today was another day of running around. I had to head up to Tile America in West Hartford to meet the tile installer. After that, I had to go over to Pat’s Power Equipment in Tolland for a new backpack blower. I am sure I will write all about the tile in another post. Now, [...] - [Read more]

Boy, that title is pretty long. Yesterday, Laura and I went shopping. We first went up to Home Depot in Enfield, CT. I got a bunch of stuff, most of which I can hardly remember right now. I am sure I’ll write about it when I start using it. Then, we went to Circuit City [...] - [Read more]

I think it’s that lucky Spiderman ball that will make him a star one day. On second thought, I think he’s a star already!

As promised, the basketball hoop is being enjoyed by someone who may have a bit of trouble dunking for some time…even when the hoop is on its lowest setting. My brother stopped by a few days ago to pick up the whole thing. This, of course, is after I spent a good chunk of time [...] - [Read more]

Oh my gosh! I forgot it charged! LOL! It looks like your idea worjed. “plugged in, charging”, it says.

I just recently got to my grandma Martha and Bill’s house a few hours ago and I got the urge to write this.

I get to do my music. I have always like rap music since elementary school and it has always been a part of my life.

My top 10 rappers-

1. Busta Rhymes-the originality and sick flow are just unmatchable

2. RZA, GZA, and the rest of Wu-Tang-I have recently started listening to this, and if you can drop sodium dicarbonite in a song and make it flow, you definatly get a top spot.

3. Jurassic 5-more socially aware and conscience, reminds of old style hip hop, true, and created Power in Numbers, one of the few CD’s where I like every single song

4. Lil Wayne-I dont care, with lyrics such as “I call em April cuz they all fools,” I’m going to like it

5. Mos Def-when it is good, it is some of the best I have ever heard. Notables are Mathematics, Oh No, and Katrina Clap.

6. Cassidy-I wasn’t so sure at first, but then I heard this song (he has two “sides,” The Problem and the Hustler) where he disses himself. After I heard that it was just great.

7. 2pac-the content, and his flow when he is at his best definatly make him a top 10.

8. The Roots-goes along with Mos Def and Dead Prez, same type but not as in your face, the flow is great and they make all their own beats on actual intruments.

9. Jedi Mind Tricks-don’t ask why they chose this name, but if you combine J5 and Wu-Tang you have JMT. Haven’t heard enough to be top 5 though.

10. Dead Prez-good, but 99% of songs are about bad rap or against the government or whatever. Alot of times it is really in your face and sometimes that’s just too much