Energy Use, Diet, Nutrition & Hydration (OCR GCSE Physical Education): Flashcards

Excessive loss of body water that interrupts body function

Having enough water for normal body functioning

Consuming water to restore hydration

Taking in water to prevent dehydration from fluid loss

Slows blood flow, prevents oxygen delivery

Heart works harder to deliver oxygen to muscles

Causes overheating & heat exhaustion

Increases reaction time, slows decision making

Causes cramp in muscles