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Physiology

The study of the function of cells, tissues, organs, and systems.

Exercise Physiology

The study of how acute and chronic exercise influences the function of various body systems.

Environmental factors

Elements such as heat and altitude that impact physiological responses to exercise.

Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine (1920)

Awarded to Krogh for research on regulation of capillary blood flow in skeletal muscle.

Harvard Fatigue Laboratory

Founded by Dill in 1927, focused on physiological hygiene.

Keys Rations

Protein consumption guidelines developed by Keys, used by soldiers.

Progressive Resistance Exercise

Workout methodology developed by Delorme between 1945-1950.

American College of Sports Medicine

Founded in 1954, a leading organization in sports medicine.

Exercise Biochemistry

Field of study established by Holloszy in 1967.

Molecular Biology of Exercise

Research focus initiated by Booth in 1988.

Copenhagen Muscle Research Center

Established by Saltin between 1994-2004.

European College of Sports Science

Founded in 1995 to advance sports science.

Intrinsic Aerobic Capacity

First studies conducted in 2001 on genetic selection for aerobic fitness.

Skeletal Muscle Endocrine Role

Discovered in 2003; skeletal muscle functions as an endocrine organ.

Browning of White Adipose Tissue

Identified in 2011; exercise-induced change in adipose tissue type.

White Adipose Tissue

Fat storage tissue located beneath the skin, associated with higher disease risk.

Brown Adipose Tissue

Metabolically active fat found around kidneys and neck, linked to lower disease risk.

mRNA in Skeletal Muscle

Research conducted in 2007 showing exercise decreases mRNA levels.

Scientific Method

A systematic approach used by researchers to address scientific questions.

Qualitative Research

A method focusing on observations and analysis of societies or groups.

Quantitative Research

A method using numerical data to assess variables over time.

Basic Research

Systematic studies aimed at understanding fundamental topics in biology.

Applied Research

Studies designed to solve practical problems in various fields.

Excess Post-exercise Oxygen Consumption (EPOC)

Term replacing 'oxygen debt', reflects elevated O2 consumption after exercise.

Oxygen Debt

Outdated term coined by A.V. Hill to describe post-exercise recovery oxygen needs.

Research Design

The framework for conducting research, including experimental and non-experimental methods.

Independent Variable

A factor that is manipulated in experiments, such as exercise intensity or speed.

Dependent Variable

A factor that is measured in experiments, such as heart rate.

Lab Research

Research conducted in controlled environments, allowing specific protocols.

Field Research

Research performed in real-world settings, capturing data outside the lab.

Components of a Research Report

Includes abstract, introduction, methods, results, discussion, and references.

VO2

Volume of oxygen consumed, an indicator of cardiorespiratory health.