Question

A power lifter has been advised by his coaches that he needs to lose some weight while still maintaining his rigorous training schedule. When evaluating this athlete's diet, which macronutrient will likely need to be monitored closely and possibly limited?A. FatB. CarbohydrateC. ProteinD. Water

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Fat

Explanation:

An athlete Fat intake should be between 20-35% of total everyday calories. A 10% of fat intake each from monounsaturated sources, polyunsaturated sources and saturated fat.

Excess weight can have varying negative effects on a athlete body, which ranges from increase in heart rate to high oxygen consumption, body temperature during exercise will increase, followed by high energy usage and a rise in the bones and joints pressure.

Note:

A power lifter with a lower body weight has improved rate of endurance, coupled with a rise in speed and strength when compared with a power lifter with a higher body weight