Question

During a competition that lasts more than one hour, fluid replacement should contain ______ carbohydrate to maintain blood glucose concentration and delay the onset of fatigue.

a. 1 to 2 percent
b. 2 to 5 percent
c. 4 to 8 percent
d. 8 to 10 percent

Answer 1

c. 4 to 8 percent is the answer

Answer 2

During a competition that lasts more than one hour, fluid replacement should contain 4 to 8 percent carbohydrate to maintain blood glucose concentration and delay the onset of fatigue. Correct answer: C

Carbohydrate intake during exercise can delay the onset of fatigue and improve performance of prolonged exercise as well as exercise of shorter duration and greater intensity.