The Body Systems

The Effects of Physical Activity on the Circulatory System

Key Points:

• • • The circulatory system transports blood to all parts of the body.
    • It provides the muscles with the necessary oxygen and nutrients needed for energy.
    • Participating in physical activities affect the way our circulatory system works.
    • Our organs and tissues in the system adapt to the stress of physical activity/exercise and this result in changes.
    • Some of these changes occur during and after we exercise.
    • Other changes are long term and occur due to regular participation in physical activities.