Nutrition Flashcards
What is carb loading
a strategy used by endurance athletes to maximise the storage of glycogen in the muscles and liver
two examples of high gi foods
bagels and waffles
why is nutrition important in exercise
restores glycogen stores and replenishes
ensures efficient recovery from training
when should u being carb loading
4 days before your event
why is caffeine considered a diuretic
it causes people to lose fluids
how does diuretics affect athletes
dehydration
positives and negatives of caffeine
mask fatigue release adrenaline stimulate the CNS speed up fuel usage intensify muscular contractions
positives of using sport drinks
enhanced levels of electrolytes
provide necessary energy source
speed up absorption & water retention in body
what is hypotonic
energy in form of sugar
hypertonic
refuel the body
isotonic
replenishes electrolytes
what electrolyte can assist with fluid regulation
carbonic acid
sodium
what time frame after exercise are an athletes muscles the most receptive to glycogen replenishment
first 15 minutes
why is nutrition after exercise important
speedy intake of key nutrients may help to provide recovery
help increase impact of exercise
help repair and rebuild muscles
symptoms of dehydration
extreme thirst, dry mouth
symptoms of heat exhaustion
confusion, dizziness
symptoms of heat stroke
high body temp, rapid breathing
two benefits of carb gel
replenished electrolytes
increased energy