Ergogenic Acids, Hydration, and Nutrition Flashcards
Substances or phenomena that are work-producing and are believed to increase performance
ergogenic acids
most common used ergogenic acid used today
creatine
weight gain/loss
nutritional supplements
support muscle growth and weight gain
protein supplements
stimulates the release of HGH, promotes muscle growth
Arganine
cocaine, stimulants
illegal drugs
prescribed and non prescribed
steroids
removal and reintroduction of the athletes own blood to increase red blood cells
blood doping
banned substances that are permitted in exceptional circumstances approved by a medical doctor
TUEs
increases phosphocreatine in muscles
affects the ATP-PC metabolic system
creatine
enhances ATP utlization, contributes to buffering of acidosis
creatine other affects
can lift/perform harder for a longer period of time
increases body mass
why people take creatine
Increases Cholesterol in the blood
Blood properties: blood becomes thicker raising the risk of cardiovascular disease
what steroids do
Male pattern baldness, Facial hair (Females)Testicular atrophy,Increased Aggression, Increased risk of disease from sharing needles (AIDS)Psychotic episodes:–“RoidRage
side effects of steroids
affect heart rate and blood flow
affect energy levels
amphetamines, caffeine, nicotine
decreases reaction time and muscle power contraction
inhibits performance
marrijuana
dramtically increase heart rate, blood pressure and blood flow
very dangerous
decreases cognitive function
cocaine
slows down reaction time
decreases heart rate
alcohol
organic catalyst invovled in metabolic reactions
must be replaced through diet
vitamins
A, D, E, K
Fat soluble vitamines
C, B-12
Water soluble Vitamins
chemical elements, other than carbon, hydrogen, oxygen, and nitrogen associated with the structure and function of the body.
are divided into 2 classes:–major minerals–trace elements
Minerals
forms teeth and bones
must constantly be replaced
calcium
weakening of the bone due to the loss of calcium from its structure
caused by dietary calcium intake, inadequate estrogen, lack of physical activity
osteoporosis
