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carbohydrates give you energy. its like a natural energy drink
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Why athletes often eat lots of carbohydrates the day before a competition?
This practice is called carb loading. An athlete will carb load before a competition to build up nutrients for the competition, normally the day before. These carbs are complex sugars which will provide them longer lasting energy than other sugar.
Why do athletes often eat lots carbohydrates the day before a competition?
This practice is called carb loading. An athlete will carb load before a competition to build up nutrients for the competition, normally the day before. These carbs are complex sugars which will provide them longer lasting energy than other sugar.
When should you eat before competition?
You should not eat right before a competition becuase you may feel nervous and throw up. You should at least eat 30min. before a competition
What should a competitive swimmer eat before competition?
NOTHING! If swimmers eat before a competition, they might get cramps.
When should you eat before a competition?
a athlete should eat something healthy before having a game maybe something with carbohydrates and a bit of fat to get the energy rising
What happens if two athletes draw a competition?
Draw is another term for tie ... the athletes would have tied in whatever competition they were in.
What did athletes do before competing?
Most athletes stretch and eat a very healthy meal before competing to give them strength and make sure they're loose.
Why do athletes eat starchy foods such as pasta before an event?
This practice is called carb loading. An athlete will carb load before a competition to build up nutrients for the competition, normally the day before. These carbs are complex sugars which will provide them longer lasting energy than other sugar.
Does Lowering the core body temperature before competition help athletes perform better?
Athletes running in a hot, humid environment may have an increased risk of heat illness. In the 2004 Olympic Games, American and Australian athletes were provided with ice vests designed to cool their bodies before performance. The vest appeared to be effective in keeping body temperatures down and improving the performance of the marathoners. However, body temperatures have not been reported when the vest was used before an actual competition.
What is the biggest concern when matching athletes for competition?
athletic potential
Do they have to take into account athletes when the competition at the Olympic Games?
yes
What do athletes eat before an event?
i have a bagel and maybe some Gatorade chews before my swim meets also drink lots of Gatorade
