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Protein

Chapter 5 - Discussion Questions: Protein

* How do proteins differ from carbohydrates and fats in regard to their molecular structure? (pp. 130-132)

The Proteins have Nitrogen.

* Discuss the various roles of proteins in the body. How does each of these roles apply to training, recovery, and/or sport performance? (pp. 134-135)

Proteins rebuild torn down muscle bigger than before the exercise, and in extreme cases can be used as an energy source but that is not preferred.

* How would the nitrogen balance of an athlete be determined? Once determined, what does nitrogen balance indicate? (pp. 135-136)

A urinary urea nitrogen test can tell you how much input and output you ...

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examples of complementary incomplete protein sources that provide all essential amino acids. (pp. 132-134)

If you ate a mix of veggies and then had peanut butter or yogurt you might pick up all the amino acids needed for the complete protein.

* What are branched chain amino acids? What relationship, if any, do they have to athletic performance?
(p. 131)

These amino acids are different for athletes because they are metabolized in the muscle instead of the liver.

* Discuss the relationship between carbohydrate intake and protein requirements. (p. 138)

Carbs should be ingested before activity and always ready for energy use, but protein is important for after the workout or activity to repair, not to be used as an energy source.

* What are the recommended protein intake levels for athletes? Discuss reasons why requirements are higher than for sedentary individuals.

I do not have my book right now but im guessing that the reason athletes is higher is because they ...

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