After Exercise Flashcards
(11 cards)
What happens to heart rate during exercise?
Heart rate will increase as the heart contracts more powerfully, increasing stroke volume.
How does breathing rate change during exercise?
Breathing rate and depth increase, raising tidal volume for greater gaseous exchange.
What causes an increase in body temperature during exercise?
Muscles contract more often, generating heat and increasing body temperature.
What is oxygen debt?
Oxygen debt is the temporary shortage of oxygen due to strenuous exercise.
Also known as EPOC: Excess Post-exercise Oxygen Consumption.
What are common feelings during recovery from exercise?
May feel fatigued, dizzy, light-headed, or nauseous due to various factors.
What causes delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS)?
DOMS is caused by eccentric muscle contractions leading to tiny tears in muscle fibers.
What is the purpose of a cool down after exercise?
A cool down helps decrease body temperature and remove waste products like lactic acid.
What are the benefits of a cool down?
Aids in clearing waste products, reduces DOMS, and allows heart rate to return to resting rates.
What is rehydration?
Rehydration is the process of replacing lost fluids during exercise.
Why is glucose important after exercise?
Glucose is crucial for replacing energy used during aerobic and anaerobic exercise.
How does an ice bath help after exercise?
An ice bath constricts blood vessels, flushes waste products, and reduces swelling.
