Carbohydrates, protein and fats Flashcards
How many calories should a male have
2500
How many calories should a female have
2000
Should you intake more calories while participating in exercise? Why?
Yes, you should intake more calories than the daily average to provide fule for the body.
What are macronutrients? How much should you eat of them?
Carbohydrates, Fats and protein and you should have a large amount of them.
What are micronutrients? How much should you eat of them?
Vitamins and mineral and you should have a small amount of them.
What are simple carbohydrates?
They consist of one molecule, which means they can quickly be broken down into the bloodstream to provide quick-release energy.
What happens when an athlete performs for over 90 minutes?
Their glycogen stores will run out this means their fat stores are used, but they can only perform at a low intensity. Or they consume simple carbs.
What are complex carbohydrates?
They consist of many molecules to provide slow-release energy.
Example of complex carbohydrates?
Bread, sweet potato or pasta
Examples of simple carbohydrates?
Sweets, chocolate or cakes
What is the function of carbohydrates?
To provide energy for bodily functions.
How does protein promote muscles growth and strength?
Strength training breaks down muscles fibres which produces micro-tears, when micro-tears repaired themselves they grow bigger. (muscles hypertrophy)
What are the roles of protein in sporting activity?
Promotes muscles growth, promotes an increase in strength and repairs micro-tears in muscles tissue.
what happens when an athlete does not consume enough protein?
Micro-tears in the muscles will not repair fully meaning a greater risk of injury in further activity.
What are essential amino acids?
These come from food because the body does not make them.
