What Causes Muscle Soreness?
Grade 11th Grade · Physical Education · 45 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can explain the physiological causes of delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS).
Warm-Up Video
University of Colorado Boulder · 9:35
Causes of Muscle Soreness - Coursera Science of Exercise
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
Muscle soreness felt during exercise is primarily caused by a sustained isometric contraction that reduces blood flow and leads to acidosis.
- 2
Muscle cramps are thought to be caused by electrolyte imbalances or altered neuromuscular control, and can be relieved by passive stretching.
- 3
Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) is caused by eccentric contractions leading to muscle damage, and is NOT caused by lactic acid.
Practice Questions
8 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Explain the physiological process that causes delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS). Be sure to mention the type of muscle contraction primarily responsible and what happens to the muscle fibers.”
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