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CSCS Practice Question #83

SCENARIO: A distance runner has a 7:00 a.m. race start and must eat breakfast at 4:00 a.m. to allow adequate digestion time. Based on precompetition nutrition guidelines, which timing interval is most appropriate? A) High-carbohydrate meal (1-2 hours before race); B) Moderate meal 3-4 hours before, liquid carbs 1-2 hours before; C) Single light meal 2 hours before with no additional fluids.

A. Option C with mandatory water loading

B. Option B, combining a moderate meal with liquid carbs at strategic intervals

C. Option A only

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From Chapter 10: Nutrition Strategies for Maximizing Performance

DCO Code: 3.B1

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A. Option C with mandatory water loading

B. Option B, combining a moderate meal with liquid carbs at strategic intervals

C. Option A only

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