Unit 19: Glycogen Loading (Super Compensation)

Question 1

Endurance Sport

Answer 1

A sport that requires the ability to perform for long periods at low intensities, such as marathon running and cross-country skiing.

Question 2

Traditional Glycogen Depletion Phase

Answer 2

Three days, starting six
to seven days prior to the athletic event day. Diet is very low in carbohydrate content, as low as 100 grams per day, about 15 to 20 percent of total daily calorie range.

Question 3

Traditional Glycogen Loading Phase

Answer 3

Three days in duration, starting directly after glycogen depletion phase. High carbohydrate about 60 to 70 percent of total daily calories; 400 to 700 grams per day.

Question 4

Glucose Polymer

Answer 4

A processed form of polysaccharides, or complex carbohydrates.