Question

why do we get muscle cramps after heavy exercise?​​

Answer 1

Answer:

Due to anaerobic respiration , lactic acid is formed in our muscles which leads to cramps formation.

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Answer 2

Answer- The above question is from the chapter 'Respiration in Organisms'.

Given question: Why do we get muscle cramps after heavy exercise?​​

Answer: After a heavy exercise, muscle cells of our body start respiring anaerobically i.e. they respire in the absence of oxygen. This results in the accummulation of lactic acid which causes muscle cramps in our body.

So, a hot water bath or a massage is a way to get relief from the muscle cramps caused.