Sports Nutrition After Lecture Questions

What is the primary focus of sports nutrition?

• Preventing chronic disease

• Enhancing athletic performance through diet

• Losing weight quickly

• Reducing cholesterol

Which activity is most likely to require sports nutrition?

• Reading

• Walking a dog

• Cycling

• Watching TV

Which of the following is NOT one of the 3 keys to sports nutrition?

• Well-balanced diet

• Sleep tracking

• Timing of eating

• Hydration

What percentage of an athlete's diet should come from carbohydrates?

• 20-25%

• 55-65%

• 10-15%

• 75-85%

Which type of carbohydrates should athletes prioritize?

• Simple carbs

• Sugars

• Complex carbs

• Refined carbs

How much protein should a growing teenage athlete consume?

• 0.9g per pound of body weight

• 1.5g per kilogram

• 0.5g per pound

• 3g per kilogram

What is the primary function of protein after a workout?

• Provide quick energy

• Repair and build muscle

• Boost hydration

• Improve digestion

Which fat should be included in an athlete’s diet?

• Trans fats

• Saturated fats

• Unsaturated fats

• Hydrogenated fats

What is the ideal macronutrient ratio on an athlete’s plate?

• 40% protein, 40% carbs, 20% fat

• 60% carbs, 25% protein, 15% fat

• 50% carbs, 30% protein, 20% fat

• 30% carbs, 40% protein, 30% fat

When is the best time for an athlete to eat carbohydrates before activity?

• 2 hours before

• After activity

• During the game

• Within 60 minutes before