“I am on a diet.”

1. Explain what it means when somebody says “I am on a diet.” 2. What is nutrition periodization? Give examples of how energy needs might change across a one year training cycle. 3. What is the lowest amount of calories/kg that isrecommended for athletes? Why? 4. Calculate a diet prescription for a 150 pound female endurance athlete. 5. What is nutrient density? Why is it important to consume foods that have a low nutrient density? 6. Provide the amount of carbohydrates and fluid you would recommend before exercise for an athlete who weighs 145 pounds and is eating their pregame meal 3 hours before their event (make ml of fluid into ounces by dividing by 30). 7. What is the recommended amount of carbohydrates during exercise? 8. What is the maximum absorption rate of glucose/minute during exercise? 9. Provide the amount of carbohydrates, fluid, and sodium you would recommend per hour for an athlete who weighs 145 pounds during a marathon (make ml of fluid into ounces by dividing by 30). 10. Provide the amount of carbohydrates, protein, fluid, and sodium you would recommend to an athlete who weighed 130 pounds before exercise and 127 pounds after exercise. 11. Is caffeine safe and effective? Explain your answer. 12. What kinds of information should the athlete consider before deciding whether to consume supplemental vitamins, minerals, or amino acids?