Ace Group Fitness Nutrition and Client Wellness Flashcards
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When does fat become the predominant energy source during exercise?
Answer: During low-to-moderate intensity and prolonged exercise as glycogen depletes
Fat oxidation increases at lower intensities and during prolonged exercise when carbohydrate stores become limited.
What is the primary purpose of a post-exercise recovery snack for group fitness participants?
Answer: To replenish glycogen stores and support muscle repair
A snack combining carbohydrates and protein after exercise replenishes depleted glycogen and provides amino acids for muscle tissue repair.
What does BMI (Body Mass Index) calculate?
Answer: The ratio of body weight to height squared
BMI is calculated by dividing weight in kilograms by height in meters squared and is used as a general population-level indicator of healthy weight ranges.
Which set of symptoms may indicate overtraining syndrome in a group fitness participant?
Answer: Persistent fatigue, elevated resting heart rate, and mood disturbances
Overtraining syndrome presents with persistent fatigue, elevated resting heart rate, and mood disturbances, signaling that recovery has not kept pace with training load.
What are Dietary Reference Intakes (DRIs) used for?
Answer: Providing nutrient intake reference values to meet the needs of healthy individuals
DRIs are evidence-based reference values that guide adequate nutrient intake to support health across various life stages in healthy individuals.
Which vitamin does the human body synthesize when skin is exposed to sunlight?
Answer: Vitamin D
Vitamin D is produced in the skin upon exposure to ultraviolet B radiation from sunlight, making sun exposure an important source alongside diet.