why does a sportsman include plenty of protein daily in his diet and good amount of carbohydrate before the competition ?
Answers
Carbohydrates are one of the most important nutrients
needed in an athlete’s diet. Carbohydrates are vital to
help reach peak performance during physical activity
because they provide:
Energy: Carbohydrates are the main source of
energy for our brains and bodies to function
properly. When carbs are eaten they are eventually
digested and broken down into smaller sugar
molecules called glucose. These glucose
molecules are stored in the liver and muscles to be used for fuel, especially during
physical activity. Carbohydrates improve athletic performance by delaying fatigue and
allowing an athlete to compete at higher levels for longer.
Muscle Gain: Without an adequate amount of stored glucose in the body, other
nutrients, such as fat or muscle protein, are utilized to make energy. With the correct
amount of carbohydrates available to muscles, protein can be free to do its main job of
repairing and rebuilding muscle tissue, which maximizes muscle gain.
How Carbohydrates Work to Help You Perform Your Best:
As exercise increases, muscle glycogen (where we store carbohydrates)
becomes used up, which causes a higher need for carbohydrates. For
children and teens involved in high intensity athletic activities,