SCENARIO: A female marathon runner (55 kg body weight) is planning a carbohydrate loading regimen 3 days before her race. Using the guideline of 8-10 g of carbohydrate per kilogram body weight per day, approximately how much total carbohydrate should she consume on loading days? A) 220-275 g per day; B) 440-550 g per day; C) 660-825 g per day.
A. Option B (440-550 g daily)
B. Option C (660-825 g daily)
C. Option A (220-275 g daily)
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From Chapter 10: Nutrition Strategies for Maximizing Performance
DCO Code: 3.B2
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