Effects Of Exercise Flashcards
1
Q
Short term affects
A
Increase in muscle temperature Increased demand for oxygen Muscle fatigue Increased production of CO2 Increased lactic acid
2
Q
Long term affects
A
Increased muscle strength
Increased muscle hypertrophy
Increased myoglobin stores
Tendons and ligaments become stronger
3
Q
Define aerobic
A
Exercising with oxygen
Long periods of time
4
Q
Define anaerobic
A
Exercising without oxygen
Short fast outbursts
5
Q
What is muscle fatigue
A
Muscles stop contracting efficiently after long periods of vigorous activity
6
Q
What is myoglobin
A
A protein within muscle tissue that acts as an oxygen carrier
