Apart from muscle fibre type, what other factors contribute to an elite sprinters' ability to run faster than an average healthy person?

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Elite sprinters have a higher capillary density in their muscles, which improves oxygen delivery and waste removal.

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Elite sprinters have improved aerobic capacity

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Elite sprinters often have a higher VO2 max, which reflects their enhanced aerobic capacity and endurance.

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Elite sprinters possess a higher density of mitochondria in their muscle cells, enhancing their ability to generate ATP from oxidation quickly.

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