Nutrition for Performance

Question 1

What is BMI?

Answer 1

BMI is widely used to assess the extent to which individuals are underweight or overweight.

The formula is:

BMI = WEIGHT (KG) / HEIGHT (M2)

Question 2

What are the flaws of the BMI system?

Answer 2

BMI does not completely distinguish between Muscle and Body fat.

It is also not adjusted between population groups.

Question 3

Is being underweight a good thing?

Answer 3

Even though North America places the idea of being thin as a must, it’s not healthy and can lead to dangerous consequences if untreated.

too much of anything is never good.

Question 4

What is the ‘Set-Point’ Theory?

Answer 4

The idea that the human body has a predetermined weight range that it tries to maintain.

Question 5

What are the three components of Female Athlete Triad?

Answer 5

Low Energy Availability
Menstrual Irregularities
Low Bone Mass

Question 6

What do Vegetarians need to be mindful of?

Answer 6

They need to monitor their vitamin and mineral intake.

Question 7

What are the risks of dehydration?

Answer 7

Muscle Cramps

Lead to Heat Exhaustion

Heat Stroke if not taken care of.