15 Questions
Which nutrient(s) do long-distance runners consume along with ketone esters during races?
Carbohydrates
What is the recommended duration of following a ketogenic diet to become fully fat adapted?
12 months
What is one of the benefits of ketosis for long-distance athletes?
Reduced muscle loss
Which neurochemical is responsible for making people and animals quit during intense training?
Noradrenaline
What is the purpose of the ultimate intra-workout shake?
All of the above
What is the key to getting amino acids in your system during training?
Proteolytic enzymes
Which is the recommended target for hydration based on bodyweight?
One ounce of water per pound of bodyweight
According to Charles Poliquin, what neurotransmitter dominance is important for athletes?
Dopamine and acetylcholine
What is the basic formula for adaptation?
Stimuli x recovery
Which of the following is NOT a key driver for optimizing recovery?
Post-workout nutrition
What is the recommended total sleep time for athletes?
10-11 hours
During the Autophagy and Repair Phase, what is the suggested fasting protocol?
Fast twice a week for 24 hours
What were the results of Zuschlag's study on healing times for karate fighters?
Hematoma: 15.6 days to 6.6 days
What did Dr. Baumuller find in his double-blind study on ankle-related injuries?
People recovered up to 50 percent faster
What is recommended during the anabolism phase of recovery?
Increase overall anabolism with a calorie surplus
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