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Chronic Adaptations to the cardiovascular system as a Result of Prolonged Exercise

Chronic Adaptations to the cardiovascular system as a Result of Prolonged Exercise

Introduction

The group of disorders of heart and blood vessels is named as the 'Cardiovascular disease' (CVD). CHD, stroke, and hypertension are the disease endpoints that have been studied in relation to physical activity or fitness. In CHD, the progressive narrowing or sudden blocking of coronary artery or arteries compromises the blood flow to the myocardium (Hardman & Stensel, 2009, p.62).

Research clearly indicates that exercise and cardiovascular are highly relates with each other. As the irregular attacks of elevated ...