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Sports Nutrition Fundamentals
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Sports Nutrition Fundamentals
🍎 Part 1: Nutrition Knowledge
1. Which of the following are macronutrients? (Select all that apply)
Carbohydrates
Vitamin C
Proteins
Fats
Iron
2. What is the main role of carbohydrates for athletes?
Building muscle tissue
Providing quick energy for performance
Helping with bone strength
Storing fat for later use
3. Which nutrient is most important for muscle repair after exercise?
Carbohydrates
Protein
Vitamins
Water
4. Complete the sentence: Micronutrients include _____________ and _____________ which help support body functions.
Answer: _________________ and _________________
🏃♀️ Part 2: Food for Performance
5. Match each food to its main macronutrient by drawing lines:
Banana
Chicken breast
Avocado
Brown rice
Protein
Healthy fats
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates
6. List three New Zealand foods that would make good pre-exercise snacks and explain why:
1. _________________________________ because _________________________________
2. _________________________________ because _________________________________
3. _________________________________ because _________________________________
7. Why is a balanced diet important for athletes? Write 2-3 sentences.
💭 Part 3: Personal Reflection
8. Think about what you typically eat before playing sport or being active. Describe your usual pre-activity meal or snack:
9. Based on what you've learned today, write one specific goal to improve your sports nutrition:
My nutrition goal: ___________________________________________________________
How I will achieve this: ____________________________________________________
10. Circle the statement that best describes the role of nutrition in sports performance:
Nutrition only matters for professional athletes
Good nutrition helps all people perform better in physical activities
Nutrition doesn't really affect how well you play sports
Only eating lots of protein matters for athletes
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