Ventilatory function and exercise Flashcards
Describe key changes with athletic training
Increased ventilatory efficiency and lung capacity.
Improved respiratory muscle strength and endurance.
What are the limitations to exercise from the ventilatory system?
Healthy Individuals: Ventilation rarely limits performance.
Pathological Conditions (e.g., COPD): Airflow obstruction and reduced gas exchange limit exercise capacity.
What discrepency between risk factor improvements and cardiovascular benefits of exercise
?(how does this relate to case study)
Traditional markers (e.g., cholesterol) improve moderately, but vascular conditioning and reduced systemic inflammation drive significant cardiovascular benefits.
(Research shows regular exercise improves endothelial function, reduces arterial stiffness, and lowers cardiovascular event risk.)
