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Functional Anatomy Assignment

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Functional Anatomy Assignment
The special population group I have chosen to work on is the younger people. That range from age 14-17 years old.
Firstly I decided to look at the cardio respiratory function. It is a function very important for young people, in fact the level of cardiorespiratory endurance in young people has been linked with future health of adults. When looking at the cardio respiratory system it is clear to see the importance of its many functions, this system takes in oxygen from the air we breathe. It also circulates the rich oxygenated blood and nutrients around the body whilst removing CO2 as well as removing waste from tissue and organs. The cardiorespiratory plays a huge role in a person’s overall general health no matter what the age, however studies have proven as mentioned above that they more active and healthier you are in your youth the healthier you will be in your older years. It is important …show more content…

All sorts of joints will become almost immobile. It is important for someone in their young adult life to be active to maintain healthy joints and a good standard of mobility. On a personal level I noticed my grandmother was very mobile for a woman of her age, it was no surprise to me that I found out she was an avid swimmer and walker and swam frequently into her late 60s, now at 80 years of age she is walking a lot faster than some 70 year olds I know. Studies have shown activeness/mobility from a young age can definitely benefit a person in there later life. Adults as young as 30 have admitted to mobility difficulties. The young population in general remain very mobile, in Ireland exercise is on the rise and people are more aware and educated of the importance of health. Many people have realized how important the likes of stretching is and it has become a key ingredient for any athletes training

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