07. Nutrition and Hydration strategies Flashcards
How does drinking water impact blood flow around the body?
increases blood flow around the body
How long after activity is carbohydrate ingestion optimal?
Within first 30 minutes after exercise
How do carbohydrates aid recovery?
Restore muscle glycogen levels
How do proteins aid recovery?
Promotes muscle growth and repair of micro tears
Does increased or decreased blood plasma levels lead to increased blood flow?
Inreased blood plasma
What nutrient replaces muscle glycogen levels?
Carbohydrates
What nutrient promotes muscle growth and repair?
Protein
Why are carbohydrates and protein the preferred nutritional option for recovery?
Increased rate of muscle glcyogen replenishment and growth and repair of muscles.
What nutritional strategy increases rate of muscle glcyogen replenishment and growth and repair of muscles.
Protein and carbohydrates