Fast oxidative (FO)

Definition

Fast oxidative fibers are a type of skeletal muscle fiber that combine high-speed contraction with aerobic metabolism, utilizing oxygen to produce ATP. They are resistant to fatigue, enabling sustained, moderate-intensity activities.

Related terms

Skeletal Muscle Fiber: The cells that make up skeletal muscles, capable of contraction to facilitate body movements.

Aerobic Metabolism:

A process by which cells convert biochemical energy into ATP (and waste products) in the presence of oxygen.

ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate):

The primary energy carrier in all living organisms on which cellular processes depend