sports supplements Flashcards
what is carbohydrate loading
eating lots of carbs before an event
what is the point of carbohydrate loading
shortage causes an inability to maintain intensity and shift towards lipid
what is the first method of carbo loading
6 days before even decrease glycogen intakee
increase amount of endurance activity
following 3 days involve a low carb diet
increase in training levels
a few days before increase carb diet
rest for several days
positivities of carbohydrate loading
increase glycogen stores in muscle and liver
delays fatigue
increase endurance capacity
negatives of carbohydrate loading
water retention which can lead to bloating
heavy legs
weight increase
irritability
what is creatine monohydrate
form of creatine- anaerobic energy source- capsule liquid or powder
why do performer take creatine
increase PC stores extended