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HMS, TIP 2018 HSC 14 MC

Athletes are training for a 14 -kilometre fun run.

Which combination of physiological adaptations are they aiming to achieve?

  1. Increased stroke volume, reduced resting heart rate, increased lactate tolerance
  2. Reduced stroke volume, reduced resting heart rate, increased haemoglobin levels
  3. Increased stroke volume, increased muscle hypertrophy, reduced lactate tolerance
  4. Reduced stroke volume, reduced muscle hypertrophy, increased haemoglobin levels
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  • A is correct: Endurance training increases stroke volume, reduces resting heart rate, and improves lactate tolerance.

Other Options:

  • B is incorrect: Endurance training increases stroke volume, not reduces it.
  • C is incorrect: Endurance training doesn’t focus on muscle hypertrophy or reduce lactate tolerance.
  • D is incorrect: Endurance training increases stroke volume and doesn’t reduce muscle mass significantly.