What effect does aging have on heart rate during exercise?
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The question is asking for the impact of aging on heart rate during exercise, specifically which aspects of heart rate are affected. It presents multiple-choice options that need to be assessed to determine the most accurate statement regarding aging and heart rate response during physical activity.
Answer
Maximum heart rate during exercise declines.
Maximum heart rate during exercise declines.
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Maximum heart rate during exercise declines.
More Information
As you age, the maximum heart rate that can be achieved during exercise decreases. This is a normal part of aging and affects how quickly your heart rate increases and decreases during physical activity.
Tips
A common misconception is that aging does not affect heart rate, but both maximum heart rate and the rate of change during exercise are impacted.
Sources
- Cardiovascular responses to exercise. Effects of aging ... - PubMed - pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
- Getting Older Affects Your Max Heart Rate (But That's OK!) - Fitbit Blog - store.google.com
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