CSSD Recovery Nutrition 5

Question 1

Which scenario represents a 'low energy availability' (LEA) state that would impair recovery from training?

Accepted Answer

Energy intake of 25 kcal/kg FFM/day with heavy training

Answer

LEA is defined as energy availability below 30 kcal/kg FFM/day; at 25 kcal/kg FFM, the body prioritizes survival functions over recovery, impairing MPS, glycogen repletion, and hormonal balance.

Question 2

A strength athlete is using creatine monohydrate. How does creatine supplementation most directly support recovery from resistance exercise?

Accepted Answer

Replenishes phosphocreatine stores and may enhance glycogen synthesis when co-ingested with carbohydrate

Answer

Creatine replenishes PCr for subsequent high-intensity bouts and may augment glycogen synthesis when combined with carbohydrate, supporting recovery between resistance training sets and sessions.

Question 3

An athlete presents with persistent fatigue, frequent illness, and poor recovery despite adequate sleep. Iron-deficiency anemia is confirmed. How does this impair recovery nutrition effectiveness?

Accepted Answer

Reduced hemoglobin impairs oxygen delivery to muscle, limiting oxidative recovery processes and nutrient utilization

Answer

Iron-deficiency anemia reduces oxygen-carrying capacity, impairing aerobic energy production, muscle glycogen oxidation efficiency, and the overall recovery environment even when macronutrient intake is adequate.

Question 4

Which post-exercise nutrition strategy is MOST appropriate for an athlete whose primary goal is fat loss while maintaining lean mass?

Accepted Answer

Consume adequate protein (~0.4 g/kg) post-exercise with a modest carbohydrate reduction relative to maintenance

Answer

Maintaining protein intake post-exercise preserves lean mass during a caloric deficit, while a modest carbohydrate reduction (not elimination) supports the energy deficit without completely impairing glycogen resynthesis.

Question 5

Collagen peptides taken pre-exercise with vitamin C are being studied for what specific recovery benefit?

Accepted Answer

Increased tendon and ligament collagen synthesis during post-exercise recovery

Answer

Collagen peptides combined with vitamin C taken 60 minutes before exercise increase collagen synthesis markers and may support tendon and ligament repair during the post-exercise recovery period.

(CSSD) Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics Practice Test

(CSSD) Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics Practice Test

CSSD Recovery Nutrition 5