Long term effects of exercise Flashcards
1
Q
describe cardiac hypertrophy
A
-the heart works harder as both heart rate and stroke volume increase
-cardiac muscles get thicker and stronger, the ventricles become larger
2
Q
what is bradycardia
A
a resting heart rate below 60 bpm
(trained athletes have larger stroke volumes meaning the heart doesn’t have to beat as frequently to deliver necessary oxygen)
3
Q
why is it good to have high lactic acid tolerance
A
-being able to move lactic acid faster
-athletes can work at high intensity for longer before fatigue sets in
