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Aquatic Sports Nutrition
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Vitamin D
Supports bone health and immune function, which can be beneficial for aquatic sports that put stress on bones and joints.
Carbohydrates
Provide a primary source of energy, crucial for high-intensity activities like competitive swimming or water polo.
Protein
Essential for muscle repair and growth, important for aquatic athletes after intense training or competitions.
Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Support joint mobility and reduce inflammation, which can benefit swimmers' and other aquatic athletes' recovery.
Caffeine
Can enhance performance by increasing alertness and decreasing perceived effort, beneficial for competitive aquatic events.
Electrolytes
Maintain proper fluid balance and prevent cramping, which is especially important for endurance aquatic sports.
Water
Prevents dehydration and helps regulate body temperature, which is critical even in aquatic environments.
Iron
Essential for oxygen transport in the blood, crucial for endurance athletes like long-distance swimmers.
Creatine
May provide an energy boost for short, high-intensity activities like sprint swimming, enhancing performance.
Antioxidants
Help protect cells from damage and can support recovery in aquatic athletes after intense physical activity.
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