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Athletes with higher proportion of red fibres in their muscles are better equipped for which one of the following?
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Swimming
💡 Explanation:
Red muscle fibers (slow-twitch fibers) are specialized for endurance activities like swimming, long-distance running, and cycling. They are fatigue-resistant and use aerobic metabolism. Sprint activities, short bursts, and shot put rely more on white fibers (fast-twitch) for explosive power.