First section- heat illnesses and procedures for exercise Flashcards

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How often should u drink water while exercising

A

Before during and after

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What is a warm up, how do u know when ur warmed up, and what is an example

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Gentle exercises that get the heart and muscles ready for moderate to vigorous physical activity. You know when u are warmed up when u begin to sweat and breath more heavily. Walking or jogging for 5-10 mins

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What is a cooldown and example

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Gentle exercises that let the body adjust to ending a workout. Should last for 5-10 mins and an example is light stretching to help muscles relax

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What are heat cramps

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Painful brief muscle cramps that occur during exercise in a hot environment caused by dehydration

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What is heat exhaustion

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Heat illness caused by overheating, heavy sweating, dizziness, weakness and rapid pulse

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What is a heat stroke

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Caused by bodies inability to regulate temperature, hot dry skin, elevated body temp, lack of sweat, hallucinations

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