CCSP - Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician Sports Nutrition Principles Questions and Answers

Question 1

A 25-year-old male marathon runner is seeking advice on maximizing his glycogen stores in the 48 hours leading up to a race.
Based on current sports nutrition guidelines, which of the following represents the MOST effective carbohydrate loading strategy?

Accepted Answer

Consume 10-12 grams of carbohydrate per kilogram of body weight per day while resting or tapering training.

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Consume a high-fat, high-protein diet to spare glycogen, then a large pasta meal the night before.

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Engage in an exhaustive workout to deplete glycogen stores 36 hours before, followed by moderate carbohydrate intake.

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Drink a high-carbohydrate beverage (90g/hour) continuously for the 24 hours prior to the race.

Question 2

A collegiate soccer player complains of significant muscle soreness and fatigue following intense training sessions. To optimize recovery, what is the recommended timing and composition of a post-exercise meal or snack?

Accepted Answer

A meal containing 1.0-1.2 g/kg of carbohydrates and 15-25g of protein within 30-60 minutes post-exercise.

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A high-fat meal within 2 hours to replenish energy stores.

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A carbohydrate-only snack immediately post-exercise to restore glycogen.

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A large protein shake (50g) taken 3 hours after the workout has concluded.

Question 3

Which of the following is a primary principle of hydration for an athlete competing in a 90-minute outdoor event in warm weather?

Accepted Answer

Aim to lose no more than 2% of pre-exercise body weight.

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Rely solely on thirst as the indicator for when to drink fluids.

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Consume at least 1 liter of plain water every 15 minutes.

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Drink a hypertonic solution exclusively during the event.

Question 4

A high school football player asks for advice on supplements to improve his sprint performance. Which of the following ergogenic aids has strong scientific evidence supporting its efficacy for short-duration, high-intensity exercise?

Accepted Answer

Creatine Monohydrate

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L-Carnitine

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Ginseng

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Medium-Chain Triglycerides (MCTs)

Question 5

When advising an athlete on general macronutrient distribution for a balanced diet during the regular season, which of the following ranges is most commonly recommended for carbohydrate intake?

Accepted Answer

45-65% of total daily calories

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10-20% of total daily calories

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25-35% of total daily calories

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70-80% of total daily calories

Question 6

A 150 lb (68 kg) athlete is preparing for a training session in 2 hours. According to NASM guidelines, what is an appropriate amount of carbohydrate to consume in their pre-exercise meal?

Accepted Answer

Approximately 136 grams

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Approximately 15 grams

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Approximately 50 grams

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Approximately 200 grams

A 25-year-old male marathon runner is seeking advice on maximizing his glycogen stores in the 48 hours leading up to a race.Based on current sports nutrition guidelines, which of the following represents the MOST effective carbohydrate loading strategy?

A 25-year-old male marathon runner is seeking advice on maximizing his glycogen stores in the 48 hours leading up to a race.
Based on current sports nutrition guidelines, which of the following represents the MOST effective carbohydrate loading strategy?