The Effects of Various Exercises on the Cardiovascular System 

In many exercise and fitness magazines, the idea is established that heart rate alone is a good predictor of the aerobic benefits of exercise. This idea greatly oversimplifies the complexity and grand design of the cardiovascular system. The integrative approach set forth here and in a paper by Edward Coyle helps students understand how dynamic the body is and the importance of a holistic approach to human physiology. 

Appropriate Levels: Middle-High School

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Contributed by:
Kevin L. Menzel
Round Rock High School, Round Rock, TX

Frontiers in Physiology 1997 Summer Research Teacher

Research Host:  Dr. Edward F. Coyle
The University of Texas at Austin
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