Female Athletes and Energy Requirements

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Author(s): Shatakshi (Quantum University, Roorkee, India)and Priya Mishra (Quantum University, Roorkee, India)
Copyright: 2025
Pages: 20
Source title: Examining Physiology, Nutrition, and Body Composition in Sports Science
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Ayan Chatterjee (School of Health Science and Technology, Medhavi Skills University, India)and Tanmay Sarkar (Department of Food Processing Technology, Malda Polytechnic, India & West Bengal State Council of Technical Education, Government of West Bengal, Malda, India)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3693-6317-1.ch007

Keywords: Medical Information Science Reference / Medicine & Healthcare / Nutrition & Food Science / Sports Medicine

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The investigation aimed to delve into the energy dynamics of elite female Athletes during the 2021/2022 season, shedding light on their energy expenditure, intake, and the prevalence of low energy availability. Dietary recalls unveiled an average energy intake of 2274±450 kcal, indicating a notable discordance between energy expenditure and consumption, hinting at potential inadequacies in meeting the athlete's fueling needs. Further analysis uncovered nuances in carbohydrate intake, revealing levels below recommended guidelines on match days, possibly compromising the athletes' ability to replenish muscle glycogen stores adequately. Such discrepancies in energy balance can have profound implications for performance and overall well-being, as they may impede optimal physiological functioning and hinder athletic performances.

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