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1
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Increased vital capacity

A

Lung volume increases

2
Q

Increased strength of respiratory muscles

A

Diaphragm & intercostal muscles increase in strength
Allows for greater expansion of chest cavity

3
Q

Increased oxygen & carbon dioxide transfusion rate

A

Able to train harder & for longer
Supply oxygen quicker & remove more carbon dioxide quicker