The Short & Long Term Effects of Exercise (OCR GCSE Physical Education): Quizzes
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When do the immediate effects of exercise occur?
When do the immediate effects of exercise occur?
During exercise
Why do we get hot during exercise?
Why do we get hot during exercise?
Heat is a byproduct of energy production
What is the purpose of sweating during exercise?
What is the purpose of sweating during exercise?
To cool you down
Why does your skin look red during exercise?
Why does your skin look 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
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 or dehydration
What causes DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness)?
What causes DOMS (Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness)?
Micro tears in muscles