SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 62

SSC MTS - 18/10/2024 - (12:30 PM - 2:30 PM) • General Awareness • Q62

Which of the following is an example of anaerobic activity?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The  correct answer is  option 4  i.e. Jumping.

Jumping is an example of an anaerobic activity, which involves quick bursts of high-intensity movement that do not rely on oxygen as the primary energy source. Instead, anaerobic activities use energy stored in the muscles through processes like glycolysis. Jumping, sprinting, heavy weightlifting, and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) are all anaerobic exercises. When you jump, your muscles contract rapidly and powerfully, demanding immediate energy. Since this energy is required quickly and for a short duration, the body doesn’t have time to utilize oxygen efficiently, making the activity anaerobic. Anaerobic exercises help build muscle strength, power, and endurance.