During a Specific Training Period of the Preparation Cycle, This

question 54

Multiple Choice

During a specific training period of the preparation cycle, this athlete engages in rigorous training nearly every day. What would best estimate his energy expenditure?

• A) 31 kcal/kg/day
• B) 38 kcal/kg/day
• C) 41 kcal/kg/day
• D) 45 kcal/kg/day

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