Ch 13: Nutrition And Physical Activity Flashcards
define physical fitness
Ability to carry out daily tasks with vigorous and alertness, without undue fatigue
Define overload principle
Placing extra physical demand on your body to improve fitness
___ is the energy carrying molecule used by cells
ATP
During the first few seconds of exercise, energy is produced by ___
ATP AND CP (creatine phosphate)
What is the aerobic system used for
During long duration
Low to moderate intensity activities
___ are the primary fuel used during high intensity short duration exercise
Carbohydrate
Define fat in terms of energy
Major energy source during rest and low intensity activities
Muscle glycogen provides energy for about ____ minutes of activity
90
The ___ includes disordered eating, menstrual dysfunction, osteoporosis
Female athlete triad
Athletes should consume ___ to __ grams of protein per kg of body weight per day
1.2 to 2.0
The goal of carb loading is to increase ___ stores
Muscle glycogen
During exercise, the body loses water thru __ and __
sweating
Respiration
Heat stroke is potentially fatal condition that results from failure of the bodys ___
Temp regulation
The best fluid for moderate exercise under 60 mins is __
water
What is creatine?
Supplement to enhance strength and performance in high intensity activities
Which energy system is used for short bursts of high-intensity activity?
A. Aerobic glycolysis
B. Phosphagen system
C. Beta oxidation
D. Krebs cycle
B
Which macronutrient is primarily used during endurance exercise?
A. Protein
B. Carbohydrates
C. Vitamins
D. Minerals
B
What is the byproduct of anaerobic metabolism?
A. Carbon dioxide
B. Lactic acid
C. Water
D. Glycogen
B
What is the main goal of a cool-down period?
A. Build strength
B. Increase heart rate
C. Prevent injury
D. Increase glycogen stores
C
The female athlete triad does NOT include:
A. Disordered eating
B. Diabetes
C. Menstrual dysfunction
D. Osteoporosis
B
The female athlete triad does NOT include:
A. Disordered eating
B. Diabetes
C. Menstrual dysfunction
D. Osteoporosis
B
Which nutrient supports muscle recovery the most post-exercise?
A. Carbohydrates
B. Protein
C. Water
D. Fiber
B
What is the ideal source of energy during the first few minutes of exercise?
A. Fatty acids
B. ATP and CP
C. Glucose from liver
D. Protein
B
How many cups of water should you drink for every pound lost during exercise?
A. 2
B. 3
C. 1
D. 4
B