The winning edge Flashcards
what gives us the winning edge (3)
sports nutrition
mental health
roles in physical activity
what are the things you must make sure do to increase athletic performance (6)
increase carbohydrates decrease fat ensure adequate protein increase dietary fibre decrease excessive salt intake increase water intake
why do you need to increase carb intake
delaying fatigue and allowing an athlete to compete at higher levels for longer.
why do you have to decrease fat
to decrease wait to allow for better use of energy
why ensure adequate protein levels
protein can go toward building and maintaining lean body mass
why increase dietry fibre
helps you maintain a healthy weight
why decrease excessive salt intake
the more salt you eat, the higher your blood pressure.
why increase your water intake
reduce the risk of heat stress, maintain normal muscle function, and prevent performance decreases due to dehydration
what are the types of things that boost someones mental health
motivation personality arousal goal setting mental practice
what types of motivation are there (5)
intrinsic extrinsic positive negative social
what is positive motivation
using incentive and encouragement to get a good result
what is negative encouragement
getting rid of bad behaviour through fear of punishment
what is social encouragemment
getting motivated by peers
what is extrinsic motivation
using external factors to motivate like rewards
what is intrinsic motivation
self driven, through factors that are in ones self
