Energy and Physical Activity

Question 1

What are the main sources of fuel?

Answer 1

Carbohydrate, fat and protein.

Question 2

What is better? Complex or simple Carbohydrates?

Answer 2

Complex Carbohydrates.

Question 3

What are some examples of complex carbohydrates?

Answer 3

Wholemeal bread, cereal, pasta, potatoes, dried beans and peas and fruit.

Question 4

In athletic events, what type of energy is used in short-burst, high-intensity events?

Answer 4

Carbohydrates provide 100% of your energy.

Question 5

In athletic events, what type of energy is used for longer events?

Answer 5

Carbohydrates and fats.

Question 6

What happens when the supply of carbohydrates run out?

Answer 6

Athletes become fatigues and their performance suffers.

Question 7

What is wrong with relying purely on carbohydrates?

Answer 7

The body can only hold a limited amount as glycogen, and the body can use it sparingly but when it runs out, athletes become fatigued.