Protein, carbohydrate and fat for athlete

Protein, carbohydrate and fat for athlete

What level of protein, carbohydrate and fat is recommended for this athlete and sport? Discuss how each nutrient is utilized when the athlete is actively participating in the sport.

The student will prepare a 6 – 8 page paper (with references) to address this portion of the project answering the following questions:

1.    The student prescribes correct percentages of carbohydrate, protein and fat in the diet for the athlete and sport.

2.    The student correctly illustrates the steps in carbohydrate metabolism during athletic activity.

3.    The student describes the storage of carbohydrate in the athlete.

4.    The student correctly illustrates the steps in protein anabolism in the athlete and sport.

5.    The student correctly illustrates the steps of protein catabolism in the athlete and sport.

6.    The student describes the use of fat as an alternative energy source for athletes.