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WorksheetsSports Nutrition After Lecture Questions
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 10mins
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
Which of the following is a good pre-game snack?
Chicken wings
Ice cream
Peanut butter sandwich
Soda
What is an example of an in-game energy source?
Grilled chicken
Banana
Pasta
Smoothie
How soon should lean protein be consumed after exercise?
Within 2 hours
After 1 hour
Within 30 minutes
After 3 hours
What happens to muscles during exercise?
They relax completely
They store fat
They break down
They stop functioning
Why is hydration important before intense activity?
It prevents sleepiness
It boosts fat loss
It prevents performance drop
It increases heart rate
How much water should athletes drink during intense activity?
2 oz every hour
16 oz per day
8-10 oz every 15-20 minutes
1 gallon per game
Which of the following is a downside of sports drinks?
Contains sodium
Helps hydration
Taste good
High in sugar
Which is a benefit of sports drinks?
Sugar-free
Provides fiber
Replaces carbs and sodium lost through sweat
Low calorie
What is the "Garbage Disposal Theory" in sports nutrition?
Athletes should eat only fruits and vegetables
Eating anything is okay if you exercise
Eating poor quality food won’t affect performance
Performance depends on food quality, not just calories burned
What can result from poor nutrition in athletes?
Better performance
Fewer injuries
More energy
More injuries and poor performance
