Cardiovascular System Part 1 of 4 - Anatomy

This video shows Dr. Evan Matthews describing the basic anatomy of the heart and the major differences between cardiac, smooth, and skeletal muscle. This is part 1 of a 4 part series on the cardiovascular system. This video is specifically designed for use in an exercise physiology course.

For more information it is recommended that you read the following:

W. Larry Kenney, Jack H. Wilmore, David L. Costill Physiology of Sport and Exercise 7th ed. Chapter 6, 8.

Scott K Powers and Edward T Howley Exercise Physiology: Theory and Application to Fitness and Performance 10th ed. Chapter 9.

Link to Cardiovascular System Part 2 of 4 video

Link to Cardiovascular System Part 3 of 4 video

Link to Cardiovascular System Part 4 of 4 video

Exercise Physiology Teaching Current Edition Playlist

Exercise Physiology Teaching 1st Edition Playlist

Hematocrit Measurement

Hemoglobin using the HemoCue

Echocardiogram Anatomical Orientation Four Chamber View - Slowed

Link to Skeletal Muscle 1 of 2

Link to Dr. Evan Matthews website.

I attempt to make the most accurate material I can. However, mistakes happen. Below is a list of mistakes identified in this video.

Known errors in this video:

I state at 3:22 I state that plasma contains platelets. This is true in whole blood, but not in centrifuged blood.

[devinisaak]

I just found your channel and everything you discuss is so important for my major and courses in exercise physiology. You are amazing.