Week 10 summary readings Flashcards
1
Q
why do we need a measure of global physiological function to assess ageing?
A
ageing affects lots of physiological systems
2
Q
what may be a good measure of global physiological function to assess ageing?
A
maximal athletic performance
3
Q
what do profiles of ageing runners, swimmers and cyclists show?
A
all show the same age-related decrease in performance
the decline is curvilinear, accelerating after 7th/8th decade
independent of performance and phenotype
4
Q
for optimal ageing to occur….
A
exercise must be at a level that equates to an individuals ‘set point’
5
Q
the level of exercise necessary to reach set point will…
A
vary
and is determined by individual differences in physiological ability
6
Q
what indicates accelerated ageing?
A
shortened telomeres
