Course Detail
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Course Components:
Laboratory
Lecture
Description
The demands of exercise present an excellent opportunity to explore the capacity of the cardiovascular and endocrine systems to meet the biologic needs of the body. This class will examine heart, lung, vessel and fluid changes in addition to the various hormonal adjustments that occur to support the increased level of metabolism during various types of muscular work. Concepts addressed in lecture will be reinforced by practical laboratory experiences.