Soc9: The Long Term Effects Of Exercise Flashcards
1
Q
Effects and benefits for the musculo-skeletal system
A
- increased strength of ligaments and tendons
- increased bone density
- rest for adaptation and recover
- muscle hypertrophy
2
Q
Effects and benefits for the cardio-respiratory system
A
- decreased resting heart rate
- faster recovery rate
- increased resting stroke volume
- size and strength of the heart
- increased number of red blood cells
- increased lung capacity
3
Q
Muscle hypertrophy
A
Growth and increase of size of muscles cells
