Understanding General and Specific Fitness

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Which type of muscle fibers are used for long periods of exercise and endurance sports?

Slow-twitch muscle fibers (correct)

Carbs

Fast-twitch muscle fibers

Protein

What type of movements use fast-twitch muscle fibers?

Long distance running

Weightlifting

Long distance cycling

Sprinting (correct)

What is the main function of sports drinks?

To lubricate the joints

To keep hydrated with carbs and electrolytes (correct)

To help recover damaged tissues

To provide caffeine for alertness

Which nutrient serves as a lubricant for the joints?

Fats Signup and view all the answers

What is the main source of energy mentioned in the text?

Carbs Signup and view all the answers

How do energy drinks differ from sports drinks?

Sports drinks are stimulants with caffeine Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of caloric maintenance?

To maintain current body weight Signup and view all the answers

What is the caloric surplus associated with?

Eating beyond maintenance Signup and view all the answers

Which diet is characterized as high protein-low carb and relies on animal meat?

Carnivorous diet Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of intermittent fasting?

Weight loss Signup and view all the answers

Which macronutrient serves as the main source of energy in the body?

Carbs Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of fats in the body according to the text?

Lubricant for the joints Signup and view all the answers

What is the formula for calculating caloric deficit mentioned in the text?

$bodyweight(lbs) \times 10$ Signup and view all the answers

"Energy drinks are commonly associated with which of the following?"

$Caffeine for alertness and energy$ Signup and view all the answers

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