AO3 Task Task The functions, classifications and dietary sources of carbohydrate, fat and protein The role

le and relative contributions of each macronutrient as a fuel for exercise in relation to exercise intensity and duration Feeding strategies before, during and after exercise to optimise performance What do you need to include 1. 2. 3. 4. The role and functions of fats, carbohydrates and proteins Explain when each would be used in relation to exercise intensity Explain how an athlete is effected by eating the 3 macro nutrient types Explain how the athlete could improve performance by eating the correct nutrients at the right time.

Date set: 11/11/09 Date to be completed: 15/12/09 AO3 Analyse the roles of carbohydrate, fat and protein as fuels for exercise PASS Candidates provide a basic analysis of the roles of carbohydrate, fat and protein as fuels for exercise. Their analysis includes limited information on the role of each in relation to exercise intensity and duration, and feeding strategies before, during and after exercise to optimise performance. MERIT Candidates provide a detailed analysis of the roles of carbohydrate, fat and protein as fuels for exercise. Their analysis includes well-developed information on the role of each in relation to exercise intensity and duration, and feeding strategies before, during and after exercise to optimise performance. DISTINCTION Candidates provide a comprehensive analysis of the roles of carbohydrate, fat and protein as fuels for exercise. Their analysis includes in-depth information on the role of each in relation to exercise intensity and duration, and feeding strategies before, during and after exercise to optimise