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General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS) and Supercompensation

The body's response to stress, such as physical exercise, follows a predictable pattern known as the General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS). This process involves a series of reactions designed to overcome fatigue and adapt to a higher level of equilibrium.

Phases of General Adaptation Syndrome

• Alarm Phase: The initial reaction to a new or increased stressor, causing an imbalance in the body.
• Resistance Phase: The body attempts to adapt and cope with the stressor, leading to improved function.
• Exhaustion Phase: If the stress is too prolonged or intense, the body's resources become depleted, leading to fatigue and potential decline in performance.

The Supercompensation Phenomenon

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Elbow

• Flexion
• Extension
• Hyperextension
• Supination
• Pronation

Wrist

• Flexion
• Extension
• Hyperextension
• Abduction (left direction)
• Circumduction

Knee

• Flexion
• Slight rotation in flexion
• Extension

Ankle

• Flexion
• Extension
• Abduction
• Eversion
• Inversion

Keystone

(L) Between the neck and the manubrium. (F) Shrugging; works with other muscles to bring the head forward, backward, and to either side.

Sternocleidomastoid

(L) Front side of the neck. (F) Moves the head forward and rotates it; helps with inspiration; joins the skull to the clavicle and sternum.

Deltoid

(L) Upper arm. (F) Raises the arm to shoulder level and helps move it above the head.

Brachial Biceps

(L) Upper arm. (F) Flexes the arm and forearm; aids in wing attachment and detachment to the body's side.

Triceps Brachii

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1 Powers of the Principality of Asturias

a) Administration of Asturian Sports

The exercise of powers in the field of sport is recognized by the Autonomous Communities under the Statute of Autonomy (Part I: The Powers of the Principality of Asturias, Article 10.1). The Principality of Asturias has exclusive jurisdiction in matters detailed below:

23. Sport and Recreation.

b) The Governing Council

As the governing body of the sports administration of the Principality of Asturias, the Governing Council has the following powers:

• Set the general guidelines for planning and implementation of the sports policy of Asturias.
• Develop cooperation with the State Administration and Local Government.
• Approve construction plans and improvements of sports facilities