Methods to Recover from Exercise (Edexcel GCSE Physical Education): Quizzes
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Why is keeping heart rate elevated during cool-down important?
Why is keeping heart rate elevated during cool-down important?
Helps convert lactic acid to useful products
What does lactic acid convert to during a cool-down?
What does lactic acid convert to during a cool-down?
Glucose, carbon dioxide and water
When does DOMS (delayed onset of muscular soreness) typically occur?
When does DOMS (delayed onset of muscular soreness) typically occur?
One or two days after intense exercise
How does massage help with recovery?
How does massage help with recovery?
Reduces inflammation & increases oxygen
How long should you stay in an ice bath after intense exercise?
How long should you stay in an ice bath after intense exercise?
5 to 10 minutes
What do ice baths help to repair in muscles?
What do ice baths help to repair in muscles?
Micro-tears in muscle fibres
What happens to blood vessels when you exit an ice bath?
What happens to blood vessels when you exit an ice bath?
Warmer temp dilates them
When should foods high in carbohydrates be consumed?
When should foods high in carbohydrates be consumed?
Soon after exercise
What is the purpose of consuming carbohydrates after exercise?
What is the purpose of consuming carbohydrates after exercise?
Replace glycogen stores
What symptoms does rehydration help prevent?
What symptoms does rehydration help prevent?
Dizziness and nausea