During the 3-Day Period Before Competing in an Athletic Event

question 27

Multiple Choice

During the 3-day period before competing in an athletic event, the amount of carbohydrate in an athlete's diet should be:

• A) low.
• B) moderate.
• C) high.
• D) consistent.

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Definitions:

Ipsilateral

Located on or affecting the same side of the body, typically in reference to neurological processes or conditions.

Sympathetic Nervous System

A part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for the body's 'fight or flight' response, regulating heart rate, blood pressure, and energy mobilization.

Heart Rate

The number of heartbeats per unit of time, typically expressed as beats per minute (bpm), indicating the heart's efficiency in pumping blood throughout the body.

Digestion Inhibition

The process of slowing down or stopping the digestive system's ability to break down food and absorb nutrients.