Question 1

Pre-exercise food and fluid recommendations are general guidelines that athletes must adjust based on trial and error.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Why does too large of a volume of food prior to exercise result in gastrointestinal (GI) distress?

Accepted Answer

A)  Hormones related to nausea and vomiting are released. 
B)  The autonomic nervous system is negatively affected. 
C)  Heart rate is reduced when the stomach is full. 
D)  Blood flow to the GI tract is decreased with the onset of exercise. 
A)  Hormones related to nausea and vomiting are released. 
B)  The autonomic nervous system is negatively affected. 
C)  Heart rate is reduced when the stomach is full. 
D)  Blood flow to the GI tract is decreased with the onset of exercise.

Question 3

Caffeine is considered an effective weight loss agent because it increases fat oxidation (the burning of fat) during exercise.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Given the alcohol content of most alcoholic beverages in the U.S., what effect does the consumption of alcohol likely have on hydration status?

Accepted Answer

A)  No effect 
B)  Little effect because the % alcohol contained is low 
C)  Negative effect due to alcohol's diuretic effect 
D)  Positive effect due to an increased drive to drink 
A)  No effect 
B)  Little effect because the % alcohol contained is low 
C)  Negative effect due to alcohol's diuretic effect 
D)  Positive effect due to an increased drive to drink

Question 5

Using a sport that you are familiar with, briefly outline the general recommendations for carbohydrate, fluid, and electrolyte intake prior to, during, and after exercise. Translate these guidelines into specific recommendations. Using one recommendation that you created for each time period (before, during, and after exercise), explain why that recommendation may be inappropriate for an athlete in a different sport.

Accepted Answer

For a sport like long-distance running,

Question 6

During prolonged endurance exercise, what is the estimated maximum absorption of carbohydrate per hour?

Accepted Answer

A)  10 g 
B)  30 g 
C)  60 g 
D)  90 g 
A)  10 g 
B)  30 g 
C)  60 g 
D)  90 g

Question 7

What does the term "empty calories" mean?

Accepted Answer

A)  High in calories 
B)  Devoid of calories 
C)  Contains artificial sweeteners 
D)  Contains calories but lack nutrients 
A)  High in calories 
B)  Devoid of calories 
C)  Contains artificial sweeteners 
D)  Contains calories but lack nutrients

Question 8

During prolonged endurance exercise, why does the liver have difficulty maintaining blood glucose within the normal range?

Accepted Answer

A)  The blood insulin concentration is depressed. 
B)  Conversion of fructose to glucose does not take place. 
C)  The central nervous system response is delayed. 
D)  The rate of gluconeogenesis is limited. 
A)  The blood insulin concentration is depressed. 
B)  Conversion of fructose to glucose does not take place. 
C)  The central nervous system response is delayed. 
D)  The rate of gluconeogenesis is limited.

Question 9

The results of studies of pre-exercise food and fluid intake are most applicable to _____ athletes because the majority of studies have been conducted in this population.

Accepted Answer

A)  strength 
B)  endurance 
C)  female 
D)  adolescent 
A)  strength 
B)  endurance 
C)  female 
D)  adolescent

Question 10

MyPyramid can be used with recreational athletes for diet planning.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Match the sport with the most appropriate guidelines. Use each answer only once.
-Sprint running, swimming, and cycling

Accepted Answer

A) Nonforce-producing weight is not desirable. CHO, protein, and fat needs can be quite high. Oxidative phosphorylation is the predominant energy system. 
B) Body composition goals will depend on amount of area that must be covered, frequency of player substitution, and the relative need for speed, strength, and power. In many cases need for CHO is relatively high. 
C) High muscularity and low percentage body fat are desirable. Creatine phosphate is a predominant energy system. 
D) Body composition plays a minor role. General principles outlined in the Dietary Guidelines may be sufficient to support performance. 
E) High muscularity and low percentage body fat are desirable. Weight and/or appearance are major concerns. 
A) Nonforce-producing weight is not desirable. CHO, protein, and fat needs can be quite high. Oxidative phosphorylation is the predominant energy system. 
B) Body composition goals will depend on amount of area that must be covered, frequency of player substitution, and the relative need for speed, strength, and power. In many cases need for CHO is relatively high. 
C) High muscularity and low percentage body fat are desirable. Creatine phosphate is a predominant energy system. 
D) Body composition plays a minor role. General principles outlined in the Dietary Guidelines may be sufficient to support performance. 
E) High muscularity and low percentage body fat are desirable. Weight and/or appearance are major concerns.

Question 12

match the phrase with the most accurate and complete description(s).
-Meet the individual needs of the athlete

Accepted Answer

A)  Goal associated with food and fluid intake prior to exercise 
B)  Goal associated with food and fluid intake during exercise 
C)  Goal associated with food and fluid intake after exercise 
D)  a and b 
E)  All of the above 
A)  Goal associated with food and fluid intake prior to exercise 
B)  Goal associated with food and fluid intake during exercise 
C)  Goal associated with food and fluid intake after exercise 
D)  a and b 
E)  All of the above

Question 13

Why is it important to consume high- to moderate-glycemic index carbohydrates immediately after exercise?

Accepted Answer

A)  Provides more carbohydrate per gram than low-glycemic index carbohydrate 
B)  Stimulates a more rapid insulin response 
C)  Prevents the athlete from going to sleep immediately after exercise 
D)  a and b 
E)  a, b, and c 
A)  Provides more carbohydrate per gram than low-glycemic index carbohydrate 
B)  Stimulates a more rapid insulin response 
C)  Prevents the athlete from going to sleep immediately after exercise 
D)  a and b 
E)  a, b, and c

Question 14

indicate whether each product meets the legal definition of a dietary supplement.
-Minerals are:

Accepted Answer

A)  included in the legal definition. 
B)  not included in the legal definition. 
A)  included in the legal definition. 
B)  not included in the legal definition.

Question 15

When used as part of an appropriate plan to increase muscle size and strength, protein supplements are no better or worse than food proteins.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

The term "discretionary calories" refers to dietary fat that may be used as energy or stored in adipose tissue depending on the body's metabolic needs.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

One drink of an alcoholic beverage contains approximately how many kcal?

Accepted Answer

A)  50 to 100 
B)  100 to 150 
C)  150 to 200 
D)  200 to 300 
A)  50 to 100 
B)  100 to 150 
C)  150 to 200 
D)  200 to 300

Question 18

When marathon runners speak of "hitting the wall" they are referring to their inability to finish the race due to _____.

Accepted Answer

muscle gly

Question 19

match the phrase with the most accurate and complete description(s).
-Delay fatigue

Accepted Answer

A)  Goal associated with food and fluid intake prior to exercise 
B)  Goal associated with food and fluid intake during exercise 
C)  Goal associated with food and fluid intake after exercise 
D)  a and b 
E)  All of the above 
A)  Goal associated with food and fluid intake prior to exercise 
B)  Goal associated with food and fluid intake during exercise 
C)  Goal associated with food and fluid intake after exercise 
D)  a and b 
E)  All of the above

Question 20

The primary active ingredient in caffeine is:

Accepted Answer

A)  methylxanthine. 
B)  theobromine. 
C)  ephedrine. 
D)  d-caffeine. 
A)  methylxanthine. 
B)  theobromine. 
C)  ephedrine. 
D)  d-caffeine.

Pre-exercise food and fluid recommendations are general guidelines that athletes must adjust based on trial and error.

Why does too large of a volume of food prior to exercise result in gastrointestinal (GI) distress?

Caffeine is considered an effective weight loss agent because it increases fat oxidation (the burning of fat) during exercise.

Given the alcohol content of most alcoholic beverages in the U.S., what effect does the consumption of alcohol likely have on hydration status?

During prolonged endurance exercise, what is the estimated maximum absorption of carbohydrate per hour?

What does the term "empty calories" mean?

During prolonged endurance exercise, why does the liver have difficulty maintaining blood glucose within the normal range?

The results of studies of pre-exercise food and fluid intake are most applicable to _____ athletes because the majority of studies have been conducted in this population.

MyPyramid can be used with recreational athletes for diet planning.

Match the sport with the most appropriate guidelines. Use each answer only once. -Sprint running, swimming, and cycling

match the phrase with the most accurate and complete description(s). -Meet the individual needs of the athlete

Why is it important to consume high- to moderate-glycemic index carbohydrates immediately after exercise?

indicate whether each product meets the legal definition of a dietary supplement. -Minerals are:

When used as part of an appropriate plan to increase muscle size and strength, protein supplements are no better or worse than food proteins.

The term "discretionary calories" refers to dietary fat that may be used as energy or stored in adipose tissue depending on the body's metabolic needs.

One drink of an alcoholic beverage contains approximately how many kcal?

When marathon runners speak of "hitting the wall" they are referring to their inability to finish the race due to _____.

match the phrase with the most accurate and complete description(s). -Delay fatigue

The primary active ingredient in caffeine is:

Introduction to Sports Nutrition

Defining and Measuring Energy

Energy Systems and Exercise

Carbohydrates

Proteins

Fats

Water and Electrolytes

Vitamins

Minerals

Weight and Body Composition

Disordered Eating and Exercise Patterns in Athletes

Diet and Exercise for Lifelong Fitness and Health

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Exam 10: Diet Planning: Food First, Supplements Second

Pre-exercise food and fluid recommendations are general guidelines that athletes must adjust based on trial and error.

Why does too large of a volume of food prior to exercise result in gastrointestinal (GI) distress?

Caffeine is considered an effective weight loss agent because it increases fat oxidation (the burning of fat) during exercise.

Given the alcohol content of most alcoholic beverages in the U.S., what effect does the consumption of alcohol likely have on hydration status?

During prolonged endurance exercise, what is the estimated maximum absorption of carbohydrate per hour?

What does the term "empty calories" mean?

During prolonged endurance exercise, why does the liver have difficulty maintaining blood glucose within the normal range?

The results of studies of pre-exercise food and fluid intake are most applicable to _____ athletes because the majority of studies have been conducted in this population.

MyPyramid can be used with recreational athletes for diet planning.

Match the sport with the most appropriate guidelines. Use each answer only once. -Sprint running, swimming, and cycling

match the phrase with the most accurate and complete description(s). -Meet the individual needs of the athlete

Why is it important to consume high- to moderate-glycemic index carbohydrates immediately after exercise?

indicate whether each product meets the legal definition of a dietary supplement. -Minerals are:

When used as part of an appropriate plan to increase muscle size and strength, protein supplements are no better or worse than food proteins.

The term "discretionary calories" refers to dietary fat that may be used as energy or stored in adipose tissue depending on the body's metabolic needs.

One drink of an alcoholic beverage contains approximately how many kcal?

When marathon runners speak of "hitting the wall" they are referring to their inability to finish the race due to _____.

match the phrase with the most accurate and complete description(s). -Delay fatigue

The primary active ingredient in caffeine is:

Introduction to Sports Nutrition

Defining and Measuring Energy

Energy Systems and Exercise

Carbohydrates

Proteins

Fats

Water and Electrolytes

Vitamins

Minerals

Weight and Body Composition

Disordered Eating and Exercise Patterns in Athletes

Diet and Exercise for Lifelong Fitness and Health

Filters