How Hormones affect the Body During Exercise

The Nervous System has a large effect on control of the body. However, there is a system of control that uses chemicals in its mechanism but is linked to the nervous system. What is it called?
1. Endocrine system.
2. Nervous system
3. Skeletal system
4. Muscular system
The endocrine system is made up of a series of glands which produce what?
1. Hormones
2. Records
3. Red blood cells
4. Nerves
What carries the hormones from the glands to their particular organ during exercise?
1. The bloodstream
2. Carrier pigeons
3. Endocrine cells
4. Saliva
Which gland secretes the hormones responsible for controlling the other endocrine glands of the body?
1. The pituitary gland
2. The adrenal gland
3. The glandular gland
4. The Testes
5. The Thyroid gland
Which gland secretes digestive juices and insulin, which in turn controls the amount of sugar in the blood which can be utilised for short term energy during exercise?
1. The pancreas.
2. The adrenal gland
3. The testes
4. The ovaries
The female ovaries secrete oestrogen, and the male testes secrete testosterone. These are the hormones which control the development of secondary sexual characteristics and have an effect on muscle development. Select ONE example from the list which could affect a performer in a positive way.
1. Increased aggression from an increase in testosterone.
2. An increase in female facial hair.
3. A deepening of the voice in females
4. Increased muscle size and strength resulting from quicker recovery time when training.
Which gland secretes the hormone which controls the speed at which energy is produced?
1. Thyroid gland
2. Adrenal gland
3. The Testes
4. The Ovaries
The adrenal glands secrete adrenalin and noradrenalin when the body is under stress. Select ONE example of where a lot of adrenalin can positively affect performance.
1. Before a rugby game when the team is getting "psyched up"
2. In a game of snooker when there is an important ball to pot.