carbohydrates 1 Flashcards
1
Q
what are the dual roles of carbohydrates ?
A
- fuel source
- training regulator
2
Q
how much glucose is there in the liver and muscle ?
A
80-110 in liver
300-600 in muscle
3
Q
what is RER
A
respiratory exchange ratio = VCO2/VO2
4
Q
how does exercise increase carbohydrate oxidation in an intensity dependent matter?
A
- increased liver glucose output
- increased muscle glucose uptake
- increased muscle glycogen breakdown
5
Q
what is the relationship btw fatigue and carbohydrate?
A
fatigue strongly correlated with carbohydrate depletion
muscle glycogen depletion and/or hypoglycaemia reflecting glycogen depletion