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Exercise Makes You Stronger – How Physical Activity Helps the Heart and Lungs

Explain why regular exercise strengthens the heart and lungs.

Module

Advanced Body Systems (circulation & Respiration)

Age

Age 9

Duration

10 min

Questions

5

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  1. Question 1

    Multiple choice

    What happens to the heart muscle when you exercise regularly?

  2. Question 2

    Multiple choice

    How does regular exercise benefit the lungs?

  3. Question 3

    Multiple choice

    What does a lower resting heart rate in a fit person suggest?

  4. Question 4

    True or false

    Regular aerobic exercise like running, swimming, or cycling strengthens the heart and lungs.

  5. Question 5

    Matching

    Match each benefit of regular exercise to the correct body system.

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