HMS, BM EQ-Bank 886

During an archery competition, an athlete must control their breathing while aiming.

Outline how the respiratory and nervous systems interact to enhance accuracy during the aiming phase. (3 marks)

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Breathing control:

Nervous system signals respiratory muscles to slow breathing rate.
Breath held briefly at end of exhalation phase.
Reduced diaphragm movement minimises body sway.

Neural regulation:

Parasympathetic activation lowers heart rate during aim.
Decreased pulse strength reduces rifle/bow movement.
Proprioceptors relay body position data to brain.

Focus enhancement:

Controlled breathing activates calming neural pathways.
Reduced respiratory rate decreases physiological arousal.
Oxygen levels maintained through efficient gas exchange.

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Sample Answer

Breathing control:

Nervous system signals respiratory muscles to slow breathing rate.
Breath held briefly at end of exhalation phase.
Reduced diaphragm movement minimises body sway.

Neural regulation:

Parasympathetic activation lowers heart rate during aim.
Decreased pulse strength reduces rifle/bow movement.
Proprioceptors relay body position data to brain.

Focus enhancement:

Controlled breathing activates calming neural pathways.
Reduced respiratory rate decreases physiological arousal.
Oxygen levels maintained through efficient gas exchange.