CIC Nutrition & Hydration for Athletes 2

Question 1

Which macronutrient is considered the primary fuel source during high-intensity exercise?

Accepted Answer

Carbohydrate

Answer

Carbohydrates are the preferred fuel for high-intensity exercise because they can be rapidly broken down into glucose for energy.

Question 2

An athlete's urine is dark yellow before practice. What does this most likely indicate?

Accepted Answer

Dehydration

Answer

Dark yellow urine is a key sign of dehydration and signals that the athlete should increase fluid intake before activity.

Question 3

How many hours before competition should an athlete consume a large pre-event meal?

Accepted Answer

3–4 hours

Answer

Eating 3–4 hours before competition allows adequate digestion and helps maintain blood glucose without causing GI discomfort.

Question 4

Which electrolyte is lost in the greatest quantity through sweat?

Accepted Answer

Sodium

Answer

Sodium is the primary electrolyte lost in sweat and is critical for maintaining fluid balance and nerve function.

Question 5

A coach notices an athlete cramping repeatedly late in a football game played in the heat. The most likely nutritional cause is:

Accepted Answer

Fluid and electrolyte imbalance

Answer

Muscle cramps during prolonged heat exercise are most commonly linked to sodium and fluid losses from excessive sweating.

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