Question 1

What side effects were noted with the classical method of carbohydrate loading?

Accepted Answer

A)  Irritability and dizziness, which resulted in ineffective training sessions. 
B)  Increased weight gain, which resulted in feelings of heaviness in the extremities. 
C)  Gastrointestinal upset associated with carbohydrates constantly waiting to be digested. 
D)  Feelings of lethargy associated with increased caloric consumption. 
A)  Irritability and dizziness, which resulted in ineffective training sessions. 
B)  Increased weight gain, which resulted in feelings of heaviness in the extremities. 
C)  Gastrointestinal upset associated with carbohydrates constantly waiting to be digested. 
D)  Feelings of lethargy associated with increased caloric consumption.

Question 2

When first presented, what benefits were associated with "fat loading"? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)  Increased endurance as fat carries more calories per gram than carbohydrates 
B)  Improved cardiovascular health due to the antioxidants found in good fats 
C)  Decreased gastrointestinal upset sometimes noted with carbohydrate loading 
D)  Carbohydrate sparing due to increased fat oxidation 
E)  Increased time to deplete glycogen due to reliance on fat for fuel 
A)  Increased endurance as fat carries more calories per gram than carbohydrates 
B)  Improved cardiovascular health due to the antioxidants found in good fats 
C)  Decreased gastrointestinal upset sometimes noted with carbohydrate loading 
D)  Carbohydrate sparing due to increased fat oxidation 
E)  Increased time to deplete glycogen due to reliance on fat for fuel

Question 3

What are the recommendations of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) for postexercise carbohydrate (CHO) consumption?

Accepted Answer

A)  1.5 g CHO/kg within 30 minutes, and then every 2 hours for 4 to 6 hours 
B)  3 g CHO/kg within 1 hour, and then every hour for 4 to 6 hours 
C)  1.5 g CHO/kg every 2 hours for 12 hours 
D)  3 g CHO/kg every 6 hours for 24 hours 
A)  1.5 g CHO/kg within 30 minutes, and then every 2 hours for 4 to 6 hours 
B)  3 g CHO/kg within 1 hour, and then every hour for 4 to 6 hours 
C)  1.5 g CHO/kg every 2 hours for 12 hours 
D)  3 g CHO/kg every 6 hours for 24 hours

Question 4

Briefly describe the two phases of the carbohydrate-loading process.

Accepted Answer

The glycogen depletion stage involves mo

Question 5

Exercise lasting less than _______ can be adequately fueled by existing glucose and glycogen stores.

Accepted Answer

Exercise lasting less than 1

Question 6

What benefit is associated with the consumption of protein immediately postexercise?

Accepted Answer

A)  Repair and synthesis of muscle proteins 
B)  Decreased recovery time 
C)  Decreased time it takes for the body to return to resting levels 
D)  Improved endurance over time 
A)  Repair and synthesis of muscle proteins 
B)  Decreased recovery time 
C)  Decreased time it takes for the body to return to resting levels 
D)  Improved endurance over time

Question 7

In what way(s) do the nutrition requirements of an endurance athlete differ from that of the general population? Select all that apply.

Accepted Answer

A)  Increased fluid requirements 
B)  Increased protein requirements 
C)  Decreased sodium requirement 
D)  Increased total energy consumption 
E)  Decreased fat consumption 
A)  Increased fluid requirements 
B)  Increased protein requirements 
C)  Decreased sodium requirement 
D)  Increased total energy consumption 
E)  Decreased fat consumption

What side effects were noted with the classical method of carbohydrate loading?

When first presented, what benefits were associated with "fat loading"? Select all that apply.

What are the recommendations of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) for postexercise carbohydrate (CHO) consumption?

Briefly describe the two phases of the carbohydrate-loading process.

Exercise lasting less than _______ can be adequately fueled by existing glucose and glycogen stores.

What benefit is associated with the consumption of protein immediately postexercise?

In what way(s) do the nutrition requirements of an endurance athlete differ from that of the general population? Select all that apply.

Carbohydrates

Protein

Fats

Vitamins, Minerals, Electrolytes, and Water

Dietary Guidelines, General Nutrition Recommendations, and Federal Nutrition Policy

Fundamentals of Exercise Physiology and Nutrition

Exercise, Thermoregulation, and Fluid Balance

Nutritional Strategies for Competitive Endurance, Strength, and Power Athletes

Nutritional Supplements and Ergongenic Aids

Nutrition and Body Composition Coaching and Assessment

Weight Management and Energy Balance

Nutrition Across the Lifecycle

Nutrition for Athletes With Illness or Injury

Eating and Exercise Disorders

Nutrition for Athletes With Special Dietary Needs

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Exam 7: Nutrition Strategies for Optimal Athletic Performance

What side effects were noted with the classical method of carbohydrate loading?

When first presented, what benefits were associated with "fat loading"? Select all that apply.

What are the recommendations of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (AND) for postexercise carbohydrate (CHO) consumption?

Briefly describe the two phases of the carbohydrate-loading process.

Exercise lasting less than _______ can be adequately fueled by existing glucose and glycogen stores.

What benefit is associated with the consumption of protein immediately postexercise?

In what way(s) do the nutrition requirements of an endurance athlete differ from that of the general population? Select all that apply.

Carbohydrates

Protein

Fats

Vitamins, Minerals, Electrolytes, and Water

Dietary Guidelines, General Nutrition Recommendations, and Federal Nutrition Policy

Fundamentals of Exercise Physiology and Nutrition

Exercise, Thermoregulation, and Fluid Balance

Nutritional Strategies for Competitive Endurance, Strength, and Power Athletes

Nutritional Supplements and Ergongenic Aids

Nutrition and Body Composition Coaching and Assessment

Weight Management and Energy Balance

Nutrition Across the Lifecycle

Nutrition for Athletes With Illness or Injury

Eating and Exercise Disorders

Nutrition for Athletes With Special Dietary Needs

Filters