Fueling the body
The 3 main macromolecules.
What are carbohydrates, proteins, fats?
Someone that helps with nutrition
Who is a dietitian?
The base unit of energy in the body.
What is ATP?
2 main methods to recover after excercise.
What is a icebath/ active recovery/ nutrition/ sleep?
Macro responsible for quick, disposable energy.
What are carbohydrates?
Before a competition, a sports dietitian may recommend eating more of this macronutrient
What are carbohydrates?
When running an endurance marathon, this energy system will take over to produce ATP.
What is aerobic respiration?
Type of recovery which may involve going on a walk.
What is active recovery?
Macromolecule required for repairs in the body.
What is protein?
A dietician will give an athlete this inorder for fast hydration
This impacts an energy systems efficiency the most.
What is nutrition?
Consuming foods rich in proteins and carbohydrates will aid in this process.
What is tissue repair?
Used in the body for long term storage.
What are fats?
A guide as to what to eat given to an athlete by their dietician.
What is a meal plan?
Essential component that acts with ATP in short bursts of movement.
What is creatine?
Getting enough will aid in repairing muscle and regenerating ATP.
What is sleep?
Macromolecules that may be used in aerobic respiration.
What are carbohydrates, fats, proteins
3 aspects to a nutrition plan specialized for each athlete.
What are day specific meals, pre-workout/ post-workout meals, and hydration.
Specific carbohydrate required for glycolysis.
The main purpose of recovery is to get rid of this substance.
What is lactic acid?