Sports Nutrition for Athletes Test

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Question 1 of 51

1. Question

What is the main goal of designing an athlete’s diet? Single Choice

To reduce food costs
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To optimise sporting performance
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To promote weight loss
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To increase calorie intake
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Question 2 of 51

2. Question

Which of the following is not one of the five food groups in Australia’s dietary guidelines? Single Choice

Sugary snacks
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Vegetables
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Fruit
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Milk, yoghurt, and cheese
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Question 3 of 51

3. Question

Carbohydrate loading helps athletes by: Single Choice

Increasing muscle mass
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Reducing fatigue
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Providing stored energy for endurance
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Increasing hydration
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Question 4 of 51

4. Question

A balanced athlete’s diet should include: Single Choice

Only carbohydrates
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High-fat meals
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Supplements only
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A variety of nutrients and food types
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Question 5 of 51

5. Question

Which of the following is a sign of poor diet affecting performance? Single Choice

High motivation levels
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Increased energy
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Nutritional deficiencies
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Improved focus
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Question 6 of 51

6. Question

The “female athlete triad” includes all except: Single Choice

Low energy availability
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High bone density
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Menstrual dysfunction
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Suboptimal bone mineral density
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Question 7 of 51

7. Question

During training, an athlete’s diet should generally be: Single Choice

High in carbohydrates and low in fat
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High in protein and fibre
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Low in carbohydrates
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High in fat
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Question 8 of 51

8. Question

What is the purpose of evaluating an athlete’s eating plan? Single Choice

To adjust the athlete’s training schedule
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To assess its effectiveness in optimising performance
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To reduce food intake
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To promote competition
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Question 9 of 51

9. Question

Quantitative evaluation involves: Single Choice

Descriptive data
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Personal opinions
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Numerical data
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Textual analysis
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Question 10 of 51

10. Question

Which of the following best describes a “modification” to a diet plan? Single Choice

Major reworking of the plan
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Complete replacement of all foods
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Removal of carbohydrates
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Minor changes to improve effectiveness
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Question 11 of 51

11. Question

In competition, athletes should consume about how many grams of carbohydrates per hour? Single Choice

50g
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20g
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35g
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75g
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Question 12 of 51

12. Question

Which of the following is a good carbohydrate source during competition? Single Choice

Fried food
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Red meat
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Cheese
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Sports drinks or fruit juice
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Question 13 of 51

13. Question

After competition, how much fluid should athletes consume per total fluid loss? Single Choice

50%
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100%
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125–150%
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200%
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Question 14 of 51

14. Question

The best time to consume 15–25g of high-quality protein after exercise is: Single Choice

Before exercise
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Within the first hour post-exercise
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Two hours before sleep
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The next morning
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Question 15 of 51

15. Question

Which of the following foods is best for a pre-competition meal? Single Choice

High-fat meals
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Spicy foods
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High-protein meals
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Low-fibre, high-carbohydrate foods
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Question 16 of 51

16. Question

A meal eaten 3–4 hours before competition should be: Single Choice

Large and slow to digest
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Small and light
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Only liquids
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High in fibre
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Question 17 of 51

17. Question

What is one key factor when analysing a nutrition information source? Single Choice

The popularity of the author
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The trustworthiness and credibility of the source
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Whether it sells supplements
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The number of advertisements
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Question 18 of 51

18. Question

Recovery eating aims to: Single Choice

Replace fluid and glycogen stores
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Reduce carbohydrate intake
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Eliminate protein
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Avoid hydration
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Question 19 of 51

19. Question

An athlete’s metabolic rate refers to: Single Choice

The time they spend training
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The number of meals per day
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The amount of protein consumed
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The amount of energy used in a given period
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Question 20 of 51

20. Question

What is one purpose of collecting feedback on an athlete’s diet plan? Single Choice

To stop using nutrition strategies
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To reduce training time
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To identify what is working and what needs improvement
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To advertise the athlete
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Question 21 of 51

21. Question

Which of the following are examples of common dietary strategies for athletes? Multiple Answers

Carbohydrate loading
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Regular meals
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Excessive fat intake
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Hydration
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Question 22 of 51

22. Question

Sources of information on sports nutrition may include: Multiple Answers

Australia’s national dietary guidelines
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Random social media posts
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Peak sporting bodies
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Sports nutritionists
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Question 23 of 51

23. Question

The five food groups include: Multiple Answers

Vegetables
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Grain (cereal) foods
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Lean Meats
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Milk, yoghurt, cheese, or alternatives
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Question 24 of 51

24. Question

Problem-solving skills are needed to: Multiple Answers

Rigid eating plan
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Make modifications as required
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Design sports uniforms
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Evaluate performance improvements
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Question 25 of 51

25. Question

Poor diet can lead to which of the following issues? Multiple Answers

Increased hydration
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Nutritional deficiencies
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Eating disorders
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Chronic dehydration
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Question 26 of 51

26. Question

The “female athlete triad” includes: Multiple Answers

Low energy availability
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Menstrual dysfunction
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Suboptimal bone mineral density
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High protein intake
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Question 27 of 51

27. Question

Nutritional principles for athletes include: Multiple Answers

Fatty foods
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Elimination of carbohydrates
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Food and fluid intake before, during, and after competition
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Strategies to achieve appropriate physique
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Question 28 of 51

28. Question

When developing an eating plan for an athlete, you should consider: Multiple Answers

Types and timing of foods
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Athlete’s preferences
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Random food choices
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Appropriate beverage selection
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Question 29 of 51

29. Question

Nutritional requirements for athletes in training include: Multiple Answers

High fibre and high protein
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High carbohydrate and low-fat intake
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Balanced fluids
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Moderate protein intake
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Question 30 of 51

30. Question

Physiological requirements to consider when designing an athlete’s diet include: Multiple Answers

Fat-to-muscle ratio
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Metabolic rate
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Preferred cooking method
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Energy expenditure
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Question 31 of 51

31. Question

Methods to evaluate the effectiveness of a nutrition strategy include: Multiple Answers

Observation of performance
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Measuring outcomes before and after implementation
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Athlete feedback
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Ignoring performance changes
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Question 32 of 51

32. Question

Examples of carbohydrates consumed during competition include: Multiple Answers

Sports drinks
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Jellybeans
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Honey or jam sandwich
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Fruit smoothies
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Question 33 of 51

33. Question

Effective hydration during competition and recovery includes: Multiple Answers

Soft drinks only
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Water and electrolyte fluids
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Regular fluid intake
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Avoiding hydration to reduce cramps
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Question 34 of 51

34. Question

Recovery eating should include: Multiple Answers

Carbohydrate intake to refuel glycogen
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Sugary snacks before bed
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Fluids to replace losses
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Protein to support muscle repair
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Question 35 of 51

35. Question

Benefits of carbohydrate loading include: Multiple Answers

Increased stored energy
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Improved endurance
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Faster muscle recovery
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Reduced immune function
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Question 36 of 51

36. Question

Factors to consider when analysing nutrition information sources include: Multiple Answers

Packaging and costing
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Colour of website design
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Intended audience
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Purpose of information
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Question 37 of 51

37. Question

Appropriate pre-competition foods include: Multiple Answers

Deep-fried meals
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Low fat
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High carbohydrate
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Low fibre
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Question 38 of 51

38. Question

Suitable timing for pre-competition meals includes: Multiple Answers

3–4 hours before for large meals
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Immediately before activity for heavy foods
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2–3 hours before for smaller meals
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1–2 hours before for liquid meals
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Question 39 of 51

39. Question

Feedback on an athlete’s diet plan can be collected through: Multiple Answers

Surveys or questionnaires
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Observations
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Discussions with athletes and support staff
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Ignoring the athlete’s opinion
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Question 40 of 51

40. Question

Modifying an eating plan may involve: Multiple Answers

Making small adjustments (modifications)
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Major reworking if ineffective
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Ignoring results
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Adapting based on athlete feedback
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Question 41 of 51

41. Question

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Recovery includes BLANK 1 of 1 the muscle and liver glycogen (carbohydrate) stores.

Recovery includes Fill in the blank 1 of 1 the muscle and liver glycogen (carbohydrate) stores.

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Question 42 of 51

42. Question

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Problem solving skills is to assess the effectiveness of an eating plan to enhance BLANK 1 of 1 during training, competition and recovery.

Problem solving skills is to assess the effectiveness of an eating plan to enhance Fill in the blank 1 of 1 during training, competition and recovery.

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Question 43 of 51

43. Question

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BLANK 1 of 1 principles and practices vary by athlete’s needs, goals and preferences.

Fill in the blank 1 of 1 principles and practices vary by athlete’s needs, goals and preferences.

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Question 44 of 51

44. Question

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Female athlete triad is energy deficiency, menstrual BLANK 1 of 1 and suboptimal bone mineral density.

Female athlete triad is energy deficiency, menstrual Fill in the blank 1 of 1 and suboptimal bone mineral density.

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Question 45 of 51

45. Question

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BLANK 1 of 1 the eating plan according to the athlete’s nutritional requirements for competition and recovery, where required.

Fill in the blank 1 of 1 the eating plan according to the athlete’s nutritional requirements for competition and recovery, where required.

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Question 46 of 51

46. Question

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Amount of energy a person uses in a given period of time is called BLANK 1 of 1 rate.

Amount of energy a person uses in a given period of time is called Fill in the blank 1 of 1 rate.

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Question 47 of 51

47. Question

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Nutrition strategy is evaluated quantitatively using counts, surveys and BLANK 1 of 1.

Nutrition strategy is evaluated quantitatively using counts, surveys and Fill in the blank 1 of 1 .

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Question 48 of 51

48. Question

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Each BLANK 1 of 1 of weight lost is equivalent to approximately one litre (L) of fluid.

Each Fill in the blank 1 of 1 of weight lost is equivalent to approximately one litre (L) of fluid.

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Question 49 of 51

49. Question

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An athlete should consume carbohydrates immediately post exercise to refuel muscle BLANK 1 of 1 stores.

An athlete should consume carbohydrates immediately post exercise to refuel muscle Fill in the blank 1 of 1 stores.

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Question 50 of 51

50. Question

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BLANK 1 of 1 is a useful technique you can use to read and interpret nutrition information.

Fill in the blank 1 of 1 is a useful technique you can use to read and interpret nutrition information.

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Question 51 of 51

51. Question

Match the Term to the Definition