Sports Nutrition Flashcards
(30 cards)
What is ATP?
Adenosine Triphosphate
What are five areas of physical fitness?
Cardio respiratory Fitness Muscular Strength Muscular Endurance Body Composition Flexibility
What is CP in ATP-CP?
Creatine Phosphate
How long does ATP-CP fuel your body?
3-15 Seconds Maximal Effort
What does the Lactic Acid Energy System do?
Breakdown glucose into lactic acid (lactate)
What does Lactic Acid do to your blood PH levels?
Makes it more acidic
Does the Lactic Acid Energy System require oxygen?
No
What does the Oxygen Energy System Do?
Breakdown Carbs and Fats for Energy
Is the Oxygen Energy System faster or slower at creating ATP?
Slower, and requires oxygen
What does Endurance training do?
Decrease reliance on anaerobic systems
Extends availability of glycogen
What are slow twitch muscle fibers suited towards?
Endurance
What are fast twitch fibers suited towards?
Explosiveness
How much carbs should an athlete be consuming daily?
6-10g/kg
How much protein should an athlete be consuming?
1.2-1.7 g/kg
How many calories from fat should athletes be consuming?
20-30% total calories
Why do we need energy?
Fuel for training Maintain healthy weight Support growth (if adolescent)
What do high carbohydrate diets do?
Increase glycogen stores and extends endurance
What is carbo loading?
60-70% calories as carbs
Decreasing exercise prior to a competition
What should be consumed prior to exercise?
Easily digestible carbs food and beverages (low on glycemic index)
What should you consume during exercise?
Sports drink (4-8% carbohydrate)
What and why should you consume after exercise?
1.5 grams carb per kg to replenish glycogen stores
What is fat a major fuel source for?
Endurance activities
What are general protein recommendations?
Adults: 0.8
Endurance: 1.2-1.7
Resistance: 1.7
What are good protein sources?
Lean meats
Fish
Low-fat dairy
Egg whites