Figure 43.1

-Three groups of cyclists consumed three different types of diets:
High-carbohydrate,a diet mixed in carbohydrates,fat,and protein,or a diet higher in protein and fat.The average time each group could spend cycling over a 6-hour period is shown in the above graph.
How could an athlete or trainer use the data to improve performance?

Question

Figure 43.1
 
-Three groups of cyclists consumed three different types of diets:
High-carbohydrate,a diet mixed in carbohydrates,fat,and protein,or a diet higher in protein and fat.The average time each group could spend cycling over a 6-hour period is shown in the above graph.
How could an athlete or trainer use the data to improve performance?

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The graph shows that the group consuming a high-carbohydrate diet had the longest endurance time. This suggests that maintaining elevated blood sugar through a diet rich in carbohydrates can help improve performance in endurance activities. However, the data does not support options A, C, or D.

Figure 43.1 -Three Groups of Cyclists Consumed Three Different Types of Diets