A hiker experiences muscle pain and acidosis while ascending a mountain during a long, steep climb. Which is the reason for these manifestations?

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Cellular hypoxia occurs during strenuous exercise, like a steep climb, due to insufficient oxygen reaching muscle cells. This leads to anaerobic metabolism, producing lactic acid and causing muscle pain and acidosis.

A Hiker Experiences Muscle Pain and Acidosis While Ascending a Mountain