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What are the implications of lactate production during intense exercise?
What are the implications of lactate production during intense exercise?
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During intense exercise, the energy demands often exceed the capacity for ATP production via oxidative phosphorylation. Lactate production helps regenerate NAD+, allowing glycolysis to continue and produce ATP despite accumulating NADH. This process supports sustained muscle contraction but can lead to acidosis if lactate levels become excessively high.
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