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Diet, Nutrition and Supplements

Energy balance, nutrients and optimal weight

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Overview

Energy balance, daily energy expenditure and BMR, energy per gram of each nutrient, a worked energy intake, optimal weight for a marathon runner and a prop, power-to-weight ratio, rapid weight loss, RED-S, and the roles of each nutrient.

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What is energy balance?

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What happens to body mass in a positive energy balance?

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When might a performer deliberately create a negative energy balance?

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  1. 1

    What is energy balance?

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    Energy balance compares the energy taken in as food and drink with the energy used. Body mass stays stable when intake equals expenditure.

  2. 2

    What happens to body mass in a positive energy balance?

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    A positive energy balance occurs when intake exceeds expenditure. The surplus is stored, mainly as fat, and body mass rises.

  3. 3

    When might a performer deliberately create a negative energy balance?

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    A performer might reduce body mass to make a weight category or improve power-to-weight ratio. A lightweight rower and a jockey are examples.

  4. 4

    What makes up a person's daily energy expenditure?

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    Daily energy expenditure combines basal metabolic rate, the thermic effect of food and physical activity. Physical activity is the most variable part.

  5. 5

    What is basal metabolic rate (BMR)?

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    BMR is the minimum energy needed to maintain essential body functions at rest. BMR accounts for most of the daily energy use of an inactive person.

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    How much energy does a gram of carbohydrate, fat and protein provide?

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    Carbohydrate and protein each provide about 4 kcal (17 kJ) per gram. Fat provides about 9 kcal (37 kJ) per gram.

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