What Is the Recommended Drink for Athletes During Practice and Competition

question 57

Multiple Choice

What is the recommended drink for athletes during practice and competition?

• A) Sports drinks to replace carbohydrates
• B) Cold water for gastrointestinal tract rapid absorption
• C) Carbonated beverages to help with acid-base balance
• D) Enhanced performance carbohydrate-electrolyte drinks

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Definitions:

Solitary Play

A stage of play in young children where they play alone, often observed in toddlers, focusing on their own activities rather than playing with others.

Associative Play

A stage in child development where children play together, sharing materials and ideas, but not necessarily working towards a common goal.

Cooperative Play

A stage in child development where children play together, share, and engage in activities collaboratively.

Cephalocaudal Development

A pattern of growth in humans where development proceeds from the head downward through the body and towards the feet.