Soc 9: long term effects of exercise Flashcards
1
Q
What are the effects of the heart of long term exercise on the cardio-respiratory system?
A
- decreased resting heart rate
- faster recovery rate
- increased stroke volume
- increased size and strength of the heart
2
Q
What are the effects on the blood after long term exercise on the cardio-respiratory system
A
- increased capillarisation
- increased number of red blood cells
- drop in resting blood pressure
3
Q
What are the effects on the respiratory system after long term exercise of the cardio-respiratory system
A
- increased lung capacity and volume
- increased number of alveoli
- increased strength of diaphragm
