Immediate & Short Term Effects of Exercise (AQA GCSE Physical Education): Quizzes
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Why do we get hot during exercise?
Why do we get hot during exercise?
Heat is a byproduct of energy production
What is the main purpose of sweating during exercise?
What is the main purpose of sweating during exercise?
To cool you down
Why does skin turn red during exercise?
Why does skin turn red during exercise?
Blood vessels dilate near skin surface
Why does breathing rate increase during exercise?
Why does breathing rate increase during exercise?
To deliver more oxygen to muscles
What is the main purpose of increased heart rate during exercise?
What is the main purpose of increased heart rate during exercise?
To transport gases around the body
When do short-term effects of exercise occur?
When do short-term effects of exercise occur?
24 to 36 hours after exercise
What causes tiredness and fatigue after exercise?
What causes tiredness and fatigue after exercise?
Energy stores being used up
What causes lightheadedness or nausea after exercise?
What causes lightheadedness or nausea after exercise?
Dehydration from fluid loss
What is a cramp?
What is a cramp?
An involuntary muscular contraction
What can cause cramps during or after exercise?
What can cause cramps during or after exercise?
Depletion of energy stores
What causes DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness)?
What causes DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness)?
Micro tears in muscles