Title Stay Fit, Stay Young: Mitochondria in Movement: The Role of Exercise in the New Mitochondrial Paradigm
Authors Huertas, Jesus R. , CASUSO PÉREZ, RAFAEL, Hernansanz Agustin, Pablo , Cogliati, Sara
External publication Si
Means Oxidative Medicine and Cellular Longevity
Scope Review
Nature Científica
JCR Quartile 2
SJR Quartile 1
JCR Impact 5.076
SJR Impact 1.394
Publication date 19/06/2019
ISI 000492999400004
DOI 10.1155/2019/7058350
Abstract Skeletal muscles require the proper production and distribution of energy to sustain their work. To ensure this requirement is met, mitochondria form large networks within skeletal muscle cells, and during exercise, they can enhance their functions. In the present review, we discuss recent findings on exercise-induced mitochondrial adaptations. We emphasize the importance of mitochondrial biogenesis, morphological changes, and increases in respiratory supercomplex formation as mechanisms triggered by exercise that may increase the function of skeletal muscles. Finally, we highlight the possible effects of nutraceutical compounds on mitochondrial performance during exercise and outline the use of exercise as a therapeutic tool in noncommunicable disease prevention. The resulting picture shows that the modulation of mitochondrial activity by exercise is not only fundamental for physical performance but also a key point for whole-organism well-being.
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