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Normal Cardiopulmonary Responses to Acute- and Chronic-Strengthening and Endurance Exercises

Dr. Kispert is Assistant Professor, Department of Physical Therapy, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Lubbock, TX 79430 (USA).
Dr. Nielsen is Associate Professor, Physical Therapy Education Programs, College of Medicine, 2600 Steindler Building, The University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA 52242.

The purpose of this article is to provide background information concerning the cardiopulmonary responses to physical exercise. The focus is on acute and chronic responses to both strengthening and endurance exercise. Knowledge of normal exercise physiology provides the frame of reference for comparison with abnormal responses, especially as exercise relates to patients with cardiovascular disease.

Key Words: Exertion • Heart rate • Heart diseases • Physical endurance • Physical therapy

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