Vasodilation
When veins swell up or dilate; widening of the internal diameter (lumen) of the blood vessel to allow increased blood flow.
Vasocontriction
When veins shrink down; narrowing the internal diameter (lumen) of the blood vessel to decrease blood flow.
Cardio- Respiratory
The interaction of the heartandlungs to supply oxygen to the muscles during exercise.
What happens when your body has to work harder?
Muscles require oxygen and nutrients, such as glycoge, carried by the blood.