Week 7 - Exercise and Hydration

Question 1

What is Total body water and its functions?(4)

Answer 1

1. Makes up blood plasma
2. Body fluids that regulate pH
3. Dissipates excess body heat during exercise
4. Maintains bp

Question 2

Electrolytes that need replacing after exercise

Answer 2

Na+
Cl-
K+
Mg2+

Question 3

Consequences of Dehydration (3)

Answer 3

1. Decline in Q
2. Increase HR
3. Decline in SV

Question 4

Excessive dehydration occurs when you lose

Answer 4

Greater than 2% body weight

Question 5

Fluid replacement during exercise associated with:

Answer 5

• Lower HR
• Lower body temp
• Lower RPE

Question 6

Factors that influence fluid absorption

Answer 6

Low to moderate levels of glucose and sodium