CCSP Nutrition, Ergogenic Aids & Performance Enhancement 2

Question 1

Which carbohydrate source has the highest glycemic index and is most appropriate for rapid glycogen replenishment immediately post-exercise?

Accepted Answer

Maltodextrin

Answer

Maltodextrin has a very high glycemic index (~110) and is rapidly absorbed, making it ideal for post-exercise glycogen resynthesis.

Question 2

An athlete reports taking 5-10 grams of beta-alanine daily. Which side effect should the CCSP warn about?

Accepted Answer

Paresthesia (tingling)

Answer

Beta-alanine commonly causes paresthesia (skin tingling/flushing), which is harmless but can be reduced by taking smaller divided doses.

Question 3

The recommended carbohydrate intake during endurance exercise lasting more than 2.5 hours is:

Accepted Answer

60-90 g/hr

Answer

Current sports nutrition guidelines recommend 60-90 g/hr of carbohydrate during prolonged endurance exercise exceeding 2.5 hours.

Question 4

Which ergogenic aid has been shown to increase time to exhaustion during high-intensity exercise by buffering intramuscular hydrogen ions?

Accepted Answer

Sodium bicarbonate

Answer

Sodium bicarbonate acts as an extracellular buffer, reducing acidosis during high-intensity exercise and delaying fatigue.

Question 5

An endurance athlete asks about altitude training camps. Which nutritional intervention is MOST important to support hematological adaptations?

Accepted Answer

Adequate iron stores before and during altitude exposure

Answer

Adequate iron is essential for altitude adaptation because erythropoiesis increases dramatically and iron deficiency limits hemoglobin production.

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