The diet an athlete consumes affects energy substrate availability to muscles during exercise.
1.True
2.False
Q. 2The most common nutrient deficiency among athletes is:
1.iron.
2.vitamin C.
3.magnesium.
4.potassium.
Q. 3All of the following are true regarding excessive use of protein powders EXCEPT:
1.muscle mass and strength increase.
2.dehydration is an adverse effect.
3.it can result in liver problems.
4.it can result in kidney problems.
Q. 4An ergogenic aid that has been shown to increase peak muscle force in short, high-intensity exercises is:
1.EPO.
2.glycerol.
3.GBL.
4.creatine.
Q. 5A popular type of ergogenic aid used by bodybuilders that has the adverse side effects of liver damage and increased LDL-cholesterol is:
1.carnitine.
2.anabolic steroids.
3.boron.
4.branched-chain amino acids.
Q. 6Which of the following ergogenic aids has been shown to reduce fatigue and improve endurance at low doses?
1.bee pollen
2.carnitine
3.caffeine
4.chromium picolinate
Q. 7All of the following are signs of dehydration EXCEPT:
1.thirst.
2.having chills when it is hot out.
3.lightheadedness.
4.increased concentration.
Q. 8All of the following are recommendations for maintaining hydration status during exercise EXCEPT:
1.for short events, drink 2 cups of water one to two hours before the event.
2.for long events, drink a beverage that contains sodium and carbohydrates.
3.for all activities, water should be consumed at regular intervals.
4.fluids high in sugar and alcoholic beverages are effective at maintaining hydration.
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