MUSCULAR SYSTEM DEFENSE

Which of these habits is essential for keeping muscles healthy?

• Regular exercise
• Skipping meals

• Eating junk food
• Sleeping less than 5 hours

What small proteins do muscles release during exercise to reduce inflammation?

• Hormones

• Myokines

• Enzymes

• Antibodies

What is one way heat shock proteins protect muscle cells?

• Building muscles

• Stabilizing cells

• Producing energy

• Fighting bacteria

You just completed a long workout. What should you do next to help your muscles recover?

• Take a nap

• Drink water

• Skip dinner

• Keep exercising

You’re teaching a younger sibling about muscles. Which fun fact can you share to explain their importance?

• • Muscles are only for moving the body.

• Muscles release proteins that help fight diseases!

• Muscles don’t play a role in blood circulation.

• Muscles have no role in our immune system.

Hydration is not important for muscle health.

• True
• False

Muscles help the body defend against diseases by supporting the immune system.

• True
• False

Skipping regular exercise increases the risk of chronic inflammation.

• True
• False

Can you give an example of a daily activity where your muscles work to protect your body?

Why do you think maintaining strong muscles is important even if you aren’t an athlete?