Study Questions
Draw a graph that illustrates whole-body oxygen consumption as an individual progresses from rest, to 45 min bout of exercise at 60% VO2max, and through a complete recovery phase. Explain what is occurring during each of these stages in relation to ATP and oxygen supply and demand.
Explain 4 ways that metabolic substrates (“fuels”) are made available to working muscles during prolonged aerobic exercise. What hormones contribute to these effects?
What is the primary effect of the sympathetic nervous system on the cardiopulmonary system during exercise? What is “sympatholysis” and why is it necessary to increase blood flow to working muscles during exercise?
What happens to LV preload during the