Week 11

Question 1

Ergogenic aids

Answer 1

Substances/techniques to improve physical performance

Question 2

Creatine

Answer 2

Naturally occurring, can be supplemented
-Helps create short term ATP
-Leads to greater training volume, stimulus, adaptation
(enhances training quality)

Question 3

Protein supplements

Answer 3

Leads to greater muscle protein synthesis
-1.6g/kg of bodyweight per day
(enhances recovery)

Question 4

Carbohydrate supplements

Answer 4

Glycogen stores get depleted at high intensity/long duration workouts
-Ingestion during workout can help refuel stores and provide energy
(enhances performance)

Question 5

Carbohydrate mouth rinse

Answer 5

CHO sensation in mouth can enhance performance for workouts less than one hour