NSCA CSCS Nutrition Multiple Choice Questions with Verified Answers

NSCA CSCS Nutrition Multiple Choice Questions with Verified Answers A 220 lb (100 kg) Rugby player has just begun an intense training program to gain muscle. His diet consists of a 450 g carbohydrates, 100 g fat, and 75 g protein intake per day. What is the dietary change MOST recommended? a) Increase total calories b) Increase protein c) Increase fat d) Increase essential amino acids a) Increase total calories [Multiply grams of each by the Kcal/g value. Add together. Total Kcal intake is only 3000 Kcal. To gain muscle it takes 2500 Kcal per pound, so more calories are needed to support the new program AND the addition of muscle.] A cyclist continues to lose weight during the off season, has frequent mood swings, fatigues easily during training, and his teammates often comment on how rarely they see him eat. These are signs of a) Bulimia b) Overtraining c) Anorexia d) Dehydration c) Anorexia A freshman wrestler has to drop a weight category and increase lean muscle mass before the season begins. Which is the MOST appropriate action for you to take? a) Design a nutrition program b) Refer to the school's nutritionist c) Provide a list of low fat foods d) Recommend taking human growth hormone (HGH) b) Refer to the school's nutritionist A recommended carbohydrate intake of 5 to 6 g/kg per day is appropriate for which of the following athletes? a) Triathlete b) American Football Wide Receiver c) Tennis Player d) Soccer Midfielder b) American Football Wide Receiver [adequate for strength, skill and sprint athletes] [Training more than 90 min/day = 8-10 g/kg] Adverse effects of anabolic steroid use include all of the following EXCEPT a) Elevated blood pressure b) Gynecomastia c) Increased protein synthesis d) Aggression c) Increased protein synthesis All of the following are benefits of creatine supplementation EXCEPT a) Reduced training fatigue b) Enhanced postworkout recovery c) Increased fat oxidation d) Increased strength c) Increased fat oxidation All of the following are considered banned substances by the NCAA EXCEPT a) Insulin-like Growth Factor-1 (IGF-1)