Methods to Recover from Exercise (OCR GCSE Physical Education): Flashcards
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Cool-down benefits
Cool-down benefits
Converts lactic acid, prevents muscle soreness, maintains blood flow
Lactic acid converts to (cool-down)
Lactic acid converts to (cool-down)
Glucose, carbon dioxide, and water
DOMS meaning
DOMS meaning
Delayed Onset of Muscular Soreness
When DOMS occurs
When DOMS occurs
One or two days after intense exercise
Massage effect on inflammation
Massage effect on inflammation
Reduces inflammation of tender area
Massage benefits for blood flow
Massage benefits for blood flow
Increases oxygen delivery, helps remove lactic acid
Ice bath duration
Ice bath duration
5 to 10 minutes after intense exercise
Ice bath effect on muscle fibres
Ice bath effect on muscle fibres
Aids and repairs micro-tears, prevents DOMS
Ice bath effect on swelling
Ice bath effect on swelling
Reduces swelling of injured area
Ice bath exit effect on blood vessels
Ice bath exit effect on blood vessels
Warmer temp dilates vessels, rushes oxygenated blood
When to consume carbs post-exercise
When to consume carbs post-exercise
Soon after exercise
Why consume carbs after exercise
Why consume carbs after exercise
Replace glycogen stores
Drinks for rehydration
Drinks for rehydration
Water or isotonic drinks
When to rehydrate
When to rehydrate
Before, during, and after vigorous exercise
Dehydration symptoms prevented
Dehydration symptoms prevented
Dizziness and nausea