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PE - Diet
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A Levels pe Mind Map on PE - Diet, created by Safiya Caesar on 11/05/2013.
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PE - Diet
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrate loading
A special diet to provide a slow release of energy during a long distance event and improve performance
Tricks the body into storing extra glycogen in the liver & muscles
7 days before event : energy stores depleted as training intensity peaks
6-4 days : Stick to low carb, high protein diet keeping glycogen stores low
3-1 days : swap to carb rich diet to build up glycogen stores again
Night before : Often a large carb rich meal (Pasta Party)
The main source of energy
Simple Carbohydrates
Sugars and glucose
A lot of energy for immediate use
Complex Carbohydrates
Provide a slow release of energy - important because of high levels of energy needed
60% of Sarah's diet
Proteins
Needed to build muscles and repair tissue after training sessions
Also a source of energy
Fats
Unsaturated fats needed for energy
A source of stored energy
She will need some
only used when stores of carbs are low
May lead to weight gain
Would inhibit her performance
cholesterol => heart disease
Vitamins
Help the body function normally
Maintenance of good general health and well-being
Minerals
Maintain her health and well- being
Iron helps release energy from food
Calcium helps Sarah's bones grow strong and healthy
Iron also helps red blood cell production - useful to Sarah
Fibre
Helps the digestive system
Prevents constipation
Can help with weight control
Important that Sarah maintains the correct body weight
Water
Essential to prevent dehydration
Regulates body temp
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