Why is it important for athletes to eat healthy diet?

Answer 1

Athletes are normal people also. They need to consume more food than other people.Because their bodys burn up the energy in the food quicker. Particulary when they are compeeting in their sport.

Answer 2

The act of a physical work-out burns calories, tears muscles, and utilizes different chemical reactions with-in the body. The term "balanced" refers to the distribution of sources of these key nutrients, carbohydrates, electrolytes, proteins, vitamins, and fats (also known as lipids). Protein is found in meat, nuts, and other sources (look up "protein sources" in Google for a full list). The body uses protein to rebuild muscular tears (which is the process of building new, bigger, and stronger muscles). Carbs are also important for athletes because they are the largest source of energy metabolized by your body. Specific vitamins and minerals are key because in optimal balance they help as catalysts or to create bridges for chemical reactions and interactions in the body. Electrolytes (such as sugar) can also help by allowing your body to more easily send electric signals throughout your body, helping with reflexivity and muscular control. Fats can be another source of energy, similar to carbs, but they require an intermediating step. They also provide essential fatty acids and help create solvents to hold certain solutes that are hydrophobic.

Answer 3

Because if he's in training he'll keep moving more than an average person. On top of that he's also likely to have more muscles, which will further increase the rate at which he can use up energy.

Answer 4

So they can maintain that same energy as before. Why do you think Michael Phelps eats healthy subs from Subway? It is because he needs that same mental and physical stamina to sustain it in the pool, while running, etc. Some athletes do eat some chips or chocolate is occasionally, then they lose the calories in the gym, or eating something healthier.

Answer 5

Because, athletes needs carbohydrates, and their body needs to work and circulate their blood through the body. OBS, dont

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Answer 6

Athletes have a higher metabolism than an inactive person. They energy they expend in athletic activity needs to be replaced. This energy comes from the chemical energy in food.
They are also likely to have higher muscle mass than average and no fat reserves, which means they need constant fuel... no reserve tank (of fat) AND muscle is heavier than fat!

Answer 7

Athletes burn calories when they exercise. They need more calories than normal people due to their tough exercise.