NUT 201 Section 32

Sara is consuming 2500 kcal per day but her energy output is 2000 kcal per day. Sara is in:

• negative energy balance

• energy equilibrium

• positive energy balance

• excess energy deficit

Sara requires 2000 kcal per day to maintain her weight. Consuming 2500 kcal per day over a week will increase her weight by …… kg

Which of the following statements about weightlifting is FALSE?

• It strengthens bones and joints

• The main energy source for it is proteins

• It is a type of resistance training

•    It increases muscle mass

Endurance exercise

• Improves cardiovascular fitness

      

•   Is also known as resistance training

•   Relies on an anaerobic energy system

• Is the ability to bend and recover without injury

Which of the below statements is TRUE regarding fluid needs during a sports event?

• Thirst is a reliable sign of dehydration

• Sports drinks are essential to maintain performance for events lasting less than 60 minutes

• Water should not be consumed during exercise

• Physical activity increases the need for water

Which of the following snacks is recommended 15-30 minutes before running the marathon?

• Chocolate bar

• Dates

• Avocado

• Broccoli

Which of the below option is considered a reasonable protein requirement for healthy athletes?

• 0.5 g protein/ kg body weight

     

• 0.6 g protein/ kg body weight

•   0.8 g protein/ kg body weight

• 1.5 g protein/ kg body weight

Carbohydrate loading:

• Calls for increasing carbohydrate intake a few hours before an endurance activity

• Aims at maximizing glycogen in muscles to extend endurance

• Improves athletic performance for activities that last for less than one hour

• Is a well-tolerated technique by all athletes

The main source of energy used by muscles is ……..

Recommendations related to physical activity include all the following, EXCEPT:

• Performing resistance training, once weekly

• Including at least 150 minutes per week of moderate-to-vigorous intensity aerobic activity

• Incorporating muscle-strengthening activities at least twice weekly

• Moving at least for 1 to 2 minutes per hour