Describe two physiological effects of ageing on the body. Describe how this may affect participation in physical activity and sport.
<h2>Answer:</h2>
<u>The cardiac output decreases, blood pressure increases and arteriosclerosis develops. The lungs show impaired gas exchange, a decrease in vital capacity and slower expiratory flow rates.</u>
<u>There are a number of key factors in sports participation including gender, age, socio-economic, ethnicity and disability. There are only two key factors in sports participation which are including gender and disability. Currently 40.6% of men play sport at least once a week, compared to 30.7% of women.</u>
<u>Communities that participate in sport and recreation develop strong social bonds, are safer places and the people who live in them are generally healthier and happier than places where physical activity isn't a priority. Sport and recreation builds stronger, healthier, happier and safer communities.</u>
