Endurance athletes may use a training strategy known as ___________________________________ to maximize their body's glycogen stores.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


Ans: carbohydrate loading

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Measurement of which of the following is traditionally used to evaluate the level of intensity of aerobic activity?

A) blood glucose level B) heart rate/pulse C) blood pressure D) distance traveled per unit of time (e.g., steps per hour)

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A limitation in using the body mass index is that it

A) is not accurate when used on women. B) is difficult to determine. C) does not take body composition into account. D) is not a good predictor of health risks.

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