Exp 3.4- effect of exercise on pulse Flashcards
1
Q
how do we carry out the test on the effect of excersise on pulse
A
measure pulse at rest + record
run on the spot for 2 minutes to elevate heart rate
immediately measure pulse again
record and compare
repeat 3 times
2
Q
how do we measure pulse
A
put your index and middle finger on your neck or wrist and record the beats per minute
3
Q
why do we repeat the experiment
A
to get the average for accuracy
4
Q
why do we take our pulse from our neck or wrist?
A
the artery is close to the surface of the skin
5
Q
how can we measure a fitness level from this experiment?
A
the faster a persons heart rate returns to a resting heart rate the fitter they are.
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