The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommends at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week. Walking is a popular option; it is accessible, inexpensive, provides a good muscular workout and doesn't require learning a new skill. Treadmill walking accomplishes a similar workout to ...
The fibrous capsule is formed from dense irregular connective tissue. It is attached to the periosteum (layer) of the articulating bones. The functions of the fibrous capsule in synovial joints include: 1  Flexibility (of the fibrous capsule). 2  at the joint. 3  Tensile strength (collagen fibres in the capsule). 4  of the joint.
Arterioles that carry blood into the glomerulus for fi ltration. Bowman's capsule: Part of the renal corpuscle that surrounds the glomerulus; consists of two layers: an inner (visceral) layer that lies directly on the glomerular capillaries and an outer (parietal) layer. The space between the two layers, the capsular space, is continuous with the proximal convoluted tubule.