189-lb male, collegiate athlete does not want to change body composition. The transition period consists of no physical training. Assuming that the athlete engages in rigorous training nearly every day during a specific training period of the preparation cycle, approximately how many kcal will this athlete expend daily?

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189-lb male, collegiate athlete does not want to change body composition. The transition period consists of no physical training.  Assuming that the athlete engages in rigorous training nearly every day during a specific training period of the preparation cycle, approximately how many kcal will this athlete expend daily?

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Based on the information given, the athlete is not looking to change body composition and is therefore likely consuming enough calories to maintain his current weight. During a period of rigorous training, the athlete can expect to expend an additional 500-1000 kcal per day. Taking the average of this range (750 kcal) and adding it to the athlete's estimated daily calorie needs (estimated to be around 3,120 kcal for a 189-lb male collegiate athlete), we get a total of approximately 3,870 kcal per day (3,120 + 750 = 3,870). Therefore, choice C is the best answer.

189-Lb Male, Collegiate Athlete Does Not Want to Change Body