benefits of exercise Flashcards
(10 cards)
size, shape, tone and strength of muscles (including the heart muscle) are maintained with mild exercise and increased with strenuous exercise
musculoskeletal system
moderate-intensity exercise increases the heart rate, strength of heart muscle contraction, and blood supply to the heart and muscles through increased cardiac output
cardiovascular system
ventilation and oxygen intake increase during exercise, thereby improving gas exchange
respiratory system
exercise improves the appetite and increases gastrointestinal tract tone, facilitating peristalsis
gastrointestinal system
exercise elevates the metabolic rate, thus increasing the production of the body heat and waste products and calorie use
metabolic/ endocrine system
with adequate exercise, which promotes efficient blood flow, the body excretes wastes more efficiently
urinary system
moderate exercise seems to enhance immunity
immune system
exercise increases levels of metabolites for neurotransmitters, such as norepinephrine and serotonin: exercise increases levels of oxygen to the brain in other body system
psychoneurologic system
The positive effects of exercise on cognitive functioning in particular decision-making and problem-solving process planning and paying attention
Cognitive function
Yoga style exercise improves the mind, body spirit connection relationship with God and physical wealth being by establishing balance in the internal environment
Spiritual health
