Dietry Manipulation Flashcards
What are the three things that you can manipulate your diet with
Hydration
Carbohydrate loading
Protein intake
Why is protein intake important
Maximises muscle tissue
Taken as soon as possible after exercise to increase protein synthesis
Who uses the protein intake method
Anaerobic athletes like sprinters
Hammer thrower
Power lifters
Why is carbohydrate loading important
Increases Glycogen in the muscles quickly
usable source of energy
allowed optimum performance for longer
When is carbohydrate loading used
1-4 days before an event
Who would use carbohydrate loading
Triathletes
Cross country skiers
Marathon runners
How does dehydration occur
Sweating causes loss of water and salt
What does dehydration lead to
Atleast three
Nausea Muscl cramp Fatigue Heat stroke Thickening of blood Increases heart rate
How do you avoid dehydration
Drink 2 hours before performance
Drink just before performance
Drink whenever possible during performance
Just DRINK WATER !!!
