NEAT Sports Nutrition & Supplementation 3

Question 1

What is the primary metabolic purpose of 'train low, compete high' strategies used in endurance sports?

Accepted Answer

Training with low carbohydrate availability to enhance fat oxidation adaptations

Answer

'Train low, compete high' refers to periodically training with low carbohydrate availability to stimulate adaptations that enhance fat oxidation, then fueling fully for competition.

Question 2

What carbohydrate-to-protein ratio is commonly recommended for a post-exercise recovery meal or shake?

Accepted Answer

3:1

Answer

A 3:1 carbohydrate-to-protein ratio in post-exercise meals is recommended to optimize glycogen resynthesis while simultaneously promoting muscle protein synthesis.

Question 3

Which dietary assessment method is most commonly used in sports nutrition counseling to evaluate an athlete's habitual food and beverage intake?

Accepted Answer

24-hour dietary recall

Answer

The 24-hour dietary recall is a widely used sports nutrition assessment tool in which the client reports all foods and beverages consumed in the prior 24 hours to identify dietary patterns and deficiencies.

Question 4

What is exercise-associated hyponatremia and what is its primary cause in endurance athletes?

Accepted Answer

Dangerously low blood sodium from excessive plain water consumption

Answer

Exercise-associated hyponatremia occurs when athletes drink excessive amounts of plain water, diluting blood sodium to dangerously low levels, a potentially life-threatening condition.

Question 5

For athletes competing in weight-class sports, which approach to making weight is considered safest and most evidence-based?

Accepted Answer

Gradual weight reduction of 0.5–1% body weight per week over several weeks

Answer

Gradual weight reduction of 0.5–1% body weight per week preserves lean mass and performance capacity, making it the safest and most evidence-supported approach for weight-class athletes.

NEAT - Nutrition and Exercise Assessment Training Certification Practice Test

NEAT - Nutrition and Exercise Assessment Training Certification Practice Test

NEAT Sports Nutrition & Supplementation 3