Worksheet Answers

Matching

1. D 6. B 11. A 16. F

2. E 7. F 12. F 17. A

3. G 8. A 13. B 18. E

4. H 9. C 14. D 19. B

5. C 10. E 15. D 20. C

Short Answer

21. They build and repair tissue as well as maintain the body's ability to resist infections and affect good healing.

22. They are considered essential because they cannot be synthesized by the body at a rate sufficient for growth and repair.

23. Vitamins A, D, E, and K

24. Vitamins C and B complex

25. The athlete decreases work intensity 1 week prior to the event and increases the ingestion of carbohydrate foods 3 days before the event.

26. Are they consuming enough protein to get the essential amino acids?

Listing

27. Increased resynthesis of ATP

28. Functions as a lactic acid buffer

29. Stimulates protein synthesis

30. Decrease total cholesterol

31. Decrease total triglycerides

32. Increase fat free mass

33. Essential for good, healthy life

34. Aid in the formation of tissue (especially bones and teeth)

35. Maintain homeostasis of the body through stabilizing a specific ion concentration

36. Eat 3 to 4 hours before competition

37. Avoid foods that are high in animal fat, protein, and sugar content

38. Avoid coffee and tea

39. Eat a meal that primarily contains complex carbohydrates

40. Drink water

Essay

41-43.Yes, the athlete needs more of everything, as far as nutrients. When they are participating in sports, they require more energy and place a higher demand on their bodies. Because of dehydration every athlete needs water and additional electrolytes for muscle contractions.

44-46.To lose weight one must increase physical activity and maintain a proper diet. The American College of Sports Medicine advocates the rate should not exceed 1 kg (2 lb) per week and be over a long period of time.

Personal Assessment

47-50. Evaluation is at your discretion.