Sports Drinks

Question 1

How does an athletes body change during exercise?

Answer 1

• The athlete uses up much of the glucose in their body during respiration
• The athlete generates heat as they respire more
• The athlete sweats more to try to cool themselves down (this sweating results in the loss of water and mineral ions, eg sodium)

Question 2

Why is sugar important in sports drinks?

Answer 2

Sugar keeps the glucose levels in the body high helping the athlete exercise for a longer period of time.

Question 3

Why is water important in sports drinks?

Answer 3

Water keeps the athlete hydrated, water moistens the lungs to help the athlete breath