Diet Measuring Up To The Numbers Worksheet

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I. Is Your Diet Measuring Up to the Numbers?
In Chapter 11, several key nutrients were discussed in relation to exercise performance. The following guidelines were mentioned, not only
for athletes but for everyone maintaining generally good fitness.
• Eat a moderate to high amount of carbohydrates (generally 60% or more of total calorie intake).
• Athletes generally should eat a minimum of 1.2 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight.
• Consume the recommended amounts of vitamins and minerals, making sure iron and calcium intakes are adequate (especially for
women).
• Consume enough fluid, to maintain weight during prolonged exercise or in hot conditions.
Review the results of the dietary assessment you completed in Chapter 2. Remember that you analyzed a 1-day food intake. Now an-
swer the following questions, whether or not you consider yourself an athlete.
1. What percentage of your calorie intake came from carbohydrate? Was your carbohydrate intake 60% or more of your total calorie
intake?
2. Did you eat at least 0.8 grams of protein per kilogram of body weight? If you are an athlete, did you consume at least 1.2 grams per
kilogram of body weight? Did intake exceed 2 grams per kilogram of body weight or 35% of total calorie intake?
3. Did you consume your estimated needs of all vitamins and minerals, especially iron and calcium? Which ones were below the cur-
rent nutrient standards?
4. For nutrients low in your diet, list one rich food source for each nutrient (see Chapters 8 through 9).
5. Did you consume sufficient fluid—about 9 cups (women) to 13 cups (men) is a good starting point?
6. What can you do to improve your dietary intake to aid general fitness and, if you are an athlete, to promote maximal performance
in your chosen event(s)?
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