Questions and Answers
Which of the following describes a benefit of cardiorespiratory endurance in relation to metabolic rate?
How does cardiorespiratory endurance contribute to healthful aging?
What role does cardiorespiratory endurance play in insulin sensitivity?
Cardiorespiratory endurance helps reduce harmful effects during the alarm stage of stress by preventing excess secretion of which hormones?
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What is one effect of cardiorespiratory endurance on lactic acid in muscles?
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In terms of cholesterol levels, how does cardiorespiratory endurance influence high-density lipoproteins (HDLs) and low-density lipoproteins (LDLs)?
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What impact does regular cardiorespiratory endurance training have on the immune system?
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How does physical activity associated with cardiorespiratory endurance influence the risk of developing diabetes?
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Study Notes
Benefits of Cardiorespiratory Endurance
- Enhances heart and lung efficiency, promoting overall cardiovascular health.
- Increases metabolic rate with physical activities burning calories and raising resting metabolic rate for up to 12 hours post-exercise.
- Supports healthful aging by activating antioxidants, which defend against cellular damage and combat free radicals linked to aging.
- Improves insulin sensitivity, aiding in carbohydrate, fat, and protein metabolism while lowering diabetes risk.
- Mitigates harmful effects of the alarm stage of the General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS) by regulating stress hormones like epinephrine and cortisol, reducing cardiovascular disease risk.
- Trains muscles to better utilize lactic acid, increasing endurance and delaying fatigue and cramping during vigorous exercise.
- Increases high-density lipoproteins (HDLs) that transport cholesterol to the liver while decreasing low-density lipoproteins (LDLs) that lead to cholesterol buildup in cells, reducing cardiovascular disease risk.
- Strengthens immune system functionality, potentially reducing incidence of colds and upper respiratory infections, though excessive exercise may temporarily suppress immunity.
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This quiz explores the various benefits of cardiorespiratory endurance. Understand how enhancing this aspect of fitness can improve heart and lung function, boost metabolism, and promote healthy aging. Get ready to learn about the impact of physical activity on your overall health and well-being.
