KINESIOL 712 / Skeletal Muscle Metabolism

3 unit(s)

M. Gibala

This course will examine in detail the regulation of carbohydrate, lipid and amino acid metabolism in human skeletal muscle. Emphasis will be placed on the manner by which metabolic pathways operate to meet the energy demands of the muscle cell during rest and exercise (dynamic and resistive), and adaptations which occur in response to physical training. The role of the liver, adipose tissue, endocrine and circulatory systems will be considered when relevant, as well as the investigative techniques employed in human research studies.