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1
Q

What are the six factors which alter our performance as we age?

A
Strength
Flexibility
Reaction times
Experience
Injury and disease
Oxygen capacity
2
Q

Why does strength decrease from middle age onwards?

A

Protein levels and muscle mass fall

3
Q

Sports which involve which skills can be competed by old and young on a level playing field?

A

Accuracy and concentration

4
Q

List at least four ways in which men and women vary physically

A

Men have longer, heavier bones
Women have a wider and flatter pelvis
Women carry more body fat
A womens menstrual cycle affects performance
Women more flexible due to lower muscle mass
Girls reach their physical maturity, 3-4 years earlier