Metabolic stress refers to the buildup of molecules produced during energy production within muscle fibers, termed metabolites, including lactate and reactive oxygen species, and this accumulation is associated with pain, burning sensations, and the pump (temporary muscle swelling) during training.

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metabolic stress refers to the buildup of molecules produced by reactions related to energy production within muscle fibers these molecules are called metabolites and famous examples include lactate and reactive oxygen species the accumulation of multiple metabolites is associated with pain and burning Sensations during training

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