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Gonzaga Fueling for Performance

Total questions: 18

Worksheet time: 10mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
What is the most dominant source of fuel used by athletes?
a)

Protein

b)

Vitamins

c)

Minerals

d)

Carbohydrates

2.

source of Carbohydrate

a)

Bread, banana, Rice

b)

Oil, ghee, cheese

c)

Chicken, Eggs, Cheese

d)

Orange, carrots, beans

3.

Fish, chicken, beef, and turkey are all a good source of ....

a)

Calcium

b)

Carbohydrates

c)

Sugar

d)

Protein

4.

1 gram of Fat contains:

(Hint: it's the most calorie dense of all 3 macronutrients)

a)

4 calories

b)

28 calories

c)

9 calories

d)

1 calories

5.
Convert protein grams to calories using this nutrition label (2g of protein here)
a)
16 calories
b)
8 calories
c)
24 calories
d)
2 calories
6.
Complex Carbohydrates.....
a)
Do not contain all of the essential amino acids 
b)
Provide a quick burst of energy 
c)
Provide long, sustainable energy
d)
Contain all of the essential amino acids 
7.

To build lean mass, how much protein should you consume daily?

a)

Enough to not be hungry

b)

1,000 g / lb of BW

c)

2.0 - 3.0 g / lb of BW

d)

0.8 - 1.0 g / lb of BW

8.
Which of the following foods groups require the most daily recommended servings?
a)
A. Meats
b)
B. Grains
c)
C. Fruits
d)
D. Dairy 
9.

What ratio of carbs to protein should athletes consume 30 minutes after exercise to help restore glycogen loss? Meaning to help build muscle and provide quick recovery.

a)

1:3

b)

1:2

c)

3:1

d)

4:1

10.

5. Which is the main job of protein to support the body for activities?

a)

A. To provide meat for a person.

b)

B. To provide fat for a person.

c)

C. To provide water for a person.

d)

D. To provide energy for muscles.

e)

E. To repair and rebuild muscles

11.

When trying to gain weight, which is NOT an acceptable strategy?

a)

Consuming liquid calories 1st

b)

Eating 1/4 more per plate

c)

Planning calorie dense snacks throughout the day

d)

Consuming liquid calories 2nd

12.

Being able to regulate body heat, delay fatigue, and improve your ability to recovery quickly are all benefits of proper

a)

Protein Intake

b)

Vitamin C Consumption

c)

Hydration

d)

Caffeine Consumption

13.

When competing in temperatures lower than 50 degrees *F, it is acceptable to drink less water than normal.

a)

True

b)

False

14.

If Player A loses 4 lbs of water weight during practice, how many EXTRA ounces of water should he consume to rehydrate?

a)

48

b)

128

c)

12

d)

64

15.

Controlling ________ exposure is one of the single most important factors establishing a healthy sleep pattern. 

a)

Red Light

b)

Blue Light

c)

Green Light

d)

Yellow Light

16.

Which is NOT a component of a good Pre-Sleep routine?

a)

Calming activities (ex. reading, warm shower, writing)

b)

Creating dark, cold, and quiet environment

c)

Eating a large meal 30 minutes before sleep

d)

Creating a To-Do list for the next day.

17.

Which 2 muscle building hormones are secreted primarily when we sleep?

a)

Testosterone and Adrenaline

b)

Cortisol and Dopamine

c)

HGH and Testosterone

18.

Are YOU dedicated to creating a competitive EDGE by fueling for performance, properly hydrating, and sleeping?

a)

YES

b)

No