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What is the term used to describe the ability to perform physical work?
What is the term used to describe the ability to perform physical work?
What is the primary measure of the body's capacity to use oxygen?
What is the primary measure of the body's capacity to use oxygen?
What is the term used to describe the ability to work for prolonged periods of time and resist fatigue?
What is the term used to describe the ability to work for prolonged periods of time and resist fatigue?
What is the result of aerobic exercise training on the muscle's ability to use energy?
What is the result of aerobic exercise training on the muscle's ability to use energy?
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What is the term used to describe the process by which the cardiovascular system and muscles adapt to training over time?
What is the term used to describe the process by which the cardiovascular system and muscles adapt to training over time?
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What is the result of adaptation to aerobic exercise training?
What is the result of adaptation to aerobic exercise training?
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What is the term used to describe the process by which the body loses fitness due to prolonged bed rest?
What is the term used to describe the process by which the body loses fitness due to prolonged bed rest?
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What is the primary function of energy systems in the body?
What is the primary function of energy systems in the body?
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What is the primary energy system used for high-intensity exercise and short duration?
What is the primary energy system used for high-intensity exercise and short duration?
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What is the result of phosphocreatine breakdown in the ATP-PC System?
What is the result of phosphocreatine breakdown in the ATP-PC System?
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Which energy system provides energy for the muscle to work for approximately 15 seconds?
Which energy system provides energy for the muscle to work for approximately 15 seconds?
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What type of muscle fibers have a high oxidative capacity and a low anaerobic capacity?
What type of muscle fibers have a high oxidative capacity and a low anaerobic capacity?
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What is the optimal duration of exercise for cardiovascular conditioning at 60% to 70% maximum heart rate?
What is the optimal duration of exercise for cardiovascular conditioning at 60% to 70% maximum heart rate?
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What is the purpose of the cool-down period in an exercise program?
What is the purpose of the cool-down period in an exercise program?
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What is the primary source of energy for the Aerobic System?
What is the primary source of energy for the Aerobic System?
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What is the result of high-intensity exercise on the cardiovascular system?
What is the result of high-intensity exercise on the cardiovascular system?
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What is the purpose of the warm-up period in an exercise program?
What is the purpose of the warm-up period in an exercise program?
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How often should an aerobic exercise program be undertaken?
How often should an aerobic exercise program be undertaken?
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What is the effect of low-intensity exercise on the cardiovascular system?
What is the effect of low-intensity exercise on the cardiovascular system?
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What is the primary function of the Anaerobic Glycolytic System?
What is the primary function of the Anaerobic Glycolytic System?
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Study Notes
Principles of Aerobic Exercise
- Fitness is the ability to perform physical work, requiring cardiorespiratory functioning, muscular strength and endurance, and musculoskeletal flexibility.
- To become physically fit, individuals must engage in frequent large-muscle use and cardio-respiratory system-strengthening physical activity.
Maximum Oxygen Consumption (VO2max)
- VO2max is a measure of the body's capacity to use oxygen, typically measured during exercise that uses many large muscle groups.
- It is the maximum amount of oxygen consumed per minute when an individual reaches maximum effort.
Endurance
- Endurance is the ability to work for prolonged periods and resist fatigue, including:
- Muscular endurance: repeated contractions over a period of time
- Cardiovascular endurance: performing dynamic exercise for long periods
Aerobic Exercise Training (Conditioning)
- Aerobic exercise training augments energy utilization in muscles, resulting in:
- Increased oxidative enzymes in muscles
- Increased mitochondrial density and size
- Increased muscle fiber capillary supply
Adaptation
- The cardiovascular system and muscles adapt to training stimulus over time, with significant changes measurable in 10-12 weeks.
- Adaptation results in increased efficiency of the cardiovascular system and active muscles, allowing for improved performance at a lower physiological cost.
Deconditioning
- Prolonged bed rest leads to deconditioning.
Energy Systems
- Energy systems involve a series of biochemical reactions resulting in the formation of ATP, CO2, and water.
- There are three major energy systems:
- ATP-PC (Phosphagen) System: anaerobic, high-intensity, short-duration exercise
- Anaerobic Glycolytic System: anaerobic, high-intensity, short-duration exercise
- Aerobic System: aerobic, low-intensity, long-duration exercise
Muscle Fibers
- Slow-twitch fibers (type I): rich in myoglobin and mitochondria, high oxidative capacity, low anaerobic capacity, recruited for endurance activities
- Fast-twitch fibers (type IIB): low myoglobin content, few mitochondria, high glycolytic capacity, recruited for power activities
- Fast-twitch fibers (type IIA): characteristics of both type I and type IIB fibers, recruited for both anaerobic and aerobic activities
Physiological Response to Aerobic Exercise
- Cardiovascular Response:
- Increased Cardiac Output
- Net Reduction in Total Peripheral Resistance
- Respiratory Response:
- Increased gas exchange across the alveolar-capillary membrane
- Increased minute ventilation
Determinants of an Exercise Program
- Effective endurance training requires:
- Intensity of exercise: 60-90% maximum heart rate (50-85% VO2 max)
- Duration of exercise: 20-30 minutes at 60-70% maximum heart rate
- Frequency of exercise: 3-4 times a week
- Mode: exercises involving large muscle groups, such as running and cycling
Exercise Program Components
- Warm-up period: 5-10 minutes, gradual increase in effort
- Aerobic exercise period: 20-30 minutes, target heart rate maintenance
- Cool-down period: 5-10 minutes, slow, total body repetitive motions and stretching
General Guidelines for an Aerobic Training Program
- Establish target heart rate and maximum heart rate
- Warm up and cool down gradually
- Increase pace to maintain target heart rate for 20-30 minutes
- Perform aerobic activity 3-5 times per week
- Use appropriate equipment and avoid hard surfaces to minimize injuries
- Progress exercises within individual tolerance to avoid overuse syndromes
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This quiz focuses on the fundamental concepts of aerobic exercise, including cardiorespiratory functioning, muscular strength and endurance, and musculoskeletal flexibility. Based on Chapter 7 of 'Therapeutic Exercise: Foundations and Techniques' by C.Kisner, L.Colby, and J.Borstad.
