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Discuss the relationship between dehydration, digestive function and hormonal balance during a 400 m sprint race. (8 marks)

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The sprint creates multiple system interactions:

Pre-race:

Stress hormones increase
Digestive processes slow
Blood flow redirects

During race:

ADH levels rise with dehydration
Digestive activity minimises
Electrolyte balance changes

Recovery phase:

Hormone levels normalise
Digestive function returns
Rehydration enables system recovery

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Sample Answer

The sprint creates multiple system interactions:

Pre-race:

Stress hormones increase
Digestive processes slow
Blood flow redirects

During race:

ADH levels rise with dehydration
Digestive activity minimises
Electrolyte balance changes

Recovery phase:

Hormone levels normalise
Digestive function returns
Rehydration enables system recovery