Aerobic and anaerobic exercise

Question 1

Aerobic exercise

Answer 1

In the presence of/using oxygen.

Question 2

Anaerobic exercise

Answer 2

In the absence of enough/without oxygen.

Question 3

Lactic acid

Answer 3

Waste product from anaerobic exercise.

Question 4

Oxygen debt

Answer 4

Temporary oxygen shortage in the body due to strenuous exercise.

Question 5

EPOC

Answer 5

Increased rate of oxygen intake following strenuous activity.

Question 6

DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness)

Answer 6

The pain/stiffness felt in the days following strenuous exercise.

Question 7

Nausea

Answer 7

Feelings of sickness during/after exercise.

Question 8

Cramp

Answer 8

Involuntary contraction of a muscle.

Question 9

Cool down

Answer 9

Undertaken after exercise to speed up recovery - e.g. walking, jogging, followed by static stretches.

Question 10

Rehydration

Answer 10

Replacing lost water, minerals and carbohydrates after exercise.

Question 11

Ice bath

Answer 11

Immersion in cold water to speed up recovery.

Question 12

Massage

Answer 12

The rubbing and kneading of muscles and joints with the hands.

Question 13

Hypertrophy

Answer 13

Increase in size of muscles/heart due to long-term exercise.

Question 14

Bradycardia

Answer 14

Lowered resting heart rate due to long-term exercise.