(Applied Anatomy & Physiology) The Short & Long Term Effects of Exercise Flashcards
1
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What is stroke volume?
A
The volume of blood that the left ventricle ejects (pumps out) with each beat.
2
Q
What is cardiac output?
A
The volume of blood t he heart can pump out per minute.
3
Q
Heart rate?
A
Number of times the heart beats per minute
4
Q
What is oxygen debt?
A
The temporary shortage of oxygen in the body because of tiring activity. When the anaerobic activity stops, the performer will continue to breathe heavily. This helps to remove the build up of lactic acid at the working muscles. In this way, the body ‘repays’ its oxygen debt.
