A technique used by endurance athletes to trick the muscles into storing more glycogen for extra energy.
Carbohydrate loading
Energy management:
Conscious consideration of the relationship between energy intake from food and energy output from exercise.
An activity that uses large muscles and is done at a moderate, steady pace for long periods. The heart and lungs can meet the muscles’ oxygen needs throughout an aerobic activity.
Aerobic activity
A measure of the speed at which various carbohydrates are digested into glucose, absorbed, and enter the bloodstream.
Glycemic index
The phase after exercise when glycogen levels are replenished to pre-exercise levels.
Recovery:
A set of three related medical problems – disordered eating, amenorrhea, and osteoporosis – common among female athletes.
Female Athlete Triad:
Salts and minerals that can conduct electrical impulses in the body. Common human electrolytes are sodium chloride, potassium, and calcium.
Electrolyte:
A substance that increases urine production.
Diuretic:
Any substances designed to enhance strength and endurance.
Ergogenic aid:
A substance that causes vomiting.
Emetic:
An activity in which the muscles are using oxygen faster than the heart and lungs can deliver it.
Anaerobic activity
A product formed in the muscles because of the incomplete breakdown of glucose during anaerobic activity.
Lactic acid:
An abnormal cessation of menstrual periods.
Amenorrhea
The body’s storage form of glucose
Glycogen
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