Chapter 5 Flashcards
Food = ____
Fuel
Energy needs are based on:
Age
Gender
Body mass
Sport-specific training demands
What is hypoglycemia?
Low blood sugar
During activity, drinking small volumes frequently:
Allows the stomach to absorb all fluid
To determine how much water you need, you should:
Weigh before and after
Should lose no more than 2% BW
For every pound lost, drink 16 oz
When you sweat you lose which electrolytes?
Sodium (Na+)
Chloride (Cl-)
Potassium (K+)
Electrolytes are essential for:
Muscle function
Promoting hydration
Neuro function
Lots of other body functions
True or False: calories are calories.
False - A variety of nutrients are needed
True or False: Athletes require supplements.
False - Only needed if diet is insufficient
True or False: When we need fluids, we feel thirsty
False - if you are thirsty you are already dehydrated
True or False: Food ingested before an event is most crucial
False - consistent eating is most important. Food eaten weeks before affects performance
True or False: Food between and after events does not matter
False - post event eating is especially important for recovery
What is the main concern of endurance athletes?
Sufficient caloric intake to meet total daily energy expenditure
What are the average recommended carbohydrate requirements?
50-65% of daily total calories
Is protein a major energy source?
No, though it may delay fatigue