Applied Sport Nutrition

Question 1

What are 3 widely cited causes of fatigue

Answer 1

Substrate depletion
Body fluids loss
Hyperthermia
Can be addressed with nutrition

Question 2

Describe training program intensity and CHO intake requirements

Answer 2

Light: 3-5g /kg/day
Moderate (~1hr/day): 5-7g/kg/day
High (1-3hr/day): 6-10g/kg/day
Very high (>4-5hr/day): 8-12g/kg/day
Recovery after ex (up to 4 hours): 1-1.2g/kg/hour