What Is Anaerobic Energy?
Anaerobic energy is energy produced by glycolysis and lactic acid fermentation in the body. Anaerobic means “without air,” and it is contrasted with aerobic energy, which is derived from oxygen. Certain types of exercise, called anaerobic exercise, help the body to begin anaerobic metabolism. Anaerobic exercise helps build muscle mass and performance, while aerobic exercise helps strengthen the cardiovascular system and manage weight. Anaerobic exercises are intense, but only performed for a maximum of two minutes, at which point anaerobic energy production is at its peak.
