CSC Nutrition and Supplementation 2

Question 1

Which vitamin is most commonly deficient in strength athletes who train indoors and has implications for muscle function?

Accepted Answer

Vitamin D

Answer

Vitamin D deficiency is prevalent among indoor athletes and can impair muscle function, strength, and recovery due to its role in muscle cell receptors.

Question 2

What is the recommended carbohydrate intake during a strength training session lasting over 60 minutes?

Accepted Answer

30–60 g per hour

Answer

Consuming 30–60 g of carbohydrates per hour during extended training sessions helps maintain blood glucose and sustain performance.

Question 3

Which of the following is an evidence-based ergogenic aid for improving strength and power output?

Accepted Answer

Caffeine

Answer

Caffeine is one of the most well-researched ergogenic aids, consistently shown to improve strength, power, and endurance via adenosine receptor antagonism.

Question 4

What is the primary role of carbohydrate consumption in the post-workout recovery period for strength athletes?

Accepted Answer

Replenish muscle glycogen stores

Answer

Post-workout carbohydrate intake primarily serves to replenish depleted muscle glycogen, preparing athletes for subsequent training sessions.

Question 5

An athlete reports chronic fatigue, poor recovery, and declining strength. Which nutritional deficiency should a strength coach suspect first?

Accepted Answer

Caloric deficit (low energy availability)

Answer

Low energy availability due to insufficient caloric intake is the most common nutritional cause of chronic fatigue, poor recovery, and performance decline in athletes.

CSC - Certified Strength Coach Practice Test

CSC - Certified Strength Coach Practice Test

CSC Nutrition and Supplementation 2