Exercise in Cold

Question 1

when should athletes use cold acclimatisation

Answer 1

7 to 10 days prior to competition to allow a chance for experimentation to adapt to cold weather.

Question 2

what is important to remember when exercising in cold

Answer 2

To wear right clothing to allow evaporation

Question 3

what does the cold temperature do to the body

Answer 3

1. shivering
2. reduced sensation at distal parts
3. piloerection

Question 4

describe shivering

Answer 4

Shivering is the continuous contraction and relaxation of skeletal muscles to increase heat production and help maintain the body’s temperature. Excessive shivering may lead to early glycogen depletion.

Question 5

describe pilocraction

Answer 5

Pilorection helps to trap air at the skin surface and assist in maintain body heat.

Question 6

describe reduced sensation at distal parts

Answer 6

Reduced sensation at distal parts of the body is caused by vasoconstriction. This can impair fine motor control in some sports.

Question 7

what are distal body parts

Answer 7

the hands and feet