24 Questions
What hormone stimulates sodium and water retention in the kidneys?
Aldosterone
What hormone inhibits gluconeogenesis and decreases with exercise?
Insulin
Which hormone increases from exercise and pulls more glucose from the blood?
Glucagon
What hormone is released from overtraining and insufficient rest?
Cortisol
Which hormone is involved in metabolic rate, with less release leading to a slower metabolic rate?
Thyroid hormone
What hormone is important for lean mass gain and fat metabolism?
Growth hormone
Which hormone stimulates breakdown of fats in adipocytes?
Interleukin 6 (IL-6)
What decreases during heavy intensity exercise, leading to less secretion sites?
Leptin
Which hormone increases sensitivity to insulin and decreases with training?
Leptin
What decreases hormone response (IGF, GH) and is not as noticeable during resistance training?
Leptin
What is responsible for the inability to maintain a given exercise intensity, with central and peripheral factors?
Fatigue
Which hormone increases muscle remodeling and is released by muscle?
Myokines (IL-6)
What is the normal muscle pH range?
6.9-9.5
Which type of muscle fibers are associated with lactic acid accumulation?
Type IIb (fast glycolytic)
What substance can be used as a fuel source in muscles?
Lactate
What is the main cause of acute muscle soreness?
Pain receptors stimulated from lactic acid buildup
Which factor influences the convection of heat from the body?
Wind speed
What is the main process by which the body maintains a relatively constant body temperature?
Thermoregulation
Which temperature measure is most accurate for determining core body temperature?
Right atrium
What is the primary factor influencing heat exchange through radiation?
Sunlight
Which substance is filtered by the kidneys to regulate pH levels?
H+ ions
What is the main cause of delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS)?
Eccentric exercise causing muscle damage
What is the primary function of sodium bicarbonate in fighting fatigue?
Buffer for H+ ions
What is the main effect of caffeine on muscle function?
Increase fatty acid utilization
Test your knowledge of the hormonal and metabolic effects of exercise with this quiz. Explore topics such as antidiuretic hormone, aldosterone, insulin, glucagon, and growth hormone, and their roles in metabolism and energy regulation during physical activity.
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