carbohydrate loading is the technique of loading the muscles with glycogen in preparation for a high-intensity endurance activity of more than 90 minutes.
cryotherapy involves the use of cooling to treat injury or quicken recovery from performances, particularly those that involve collisions and/or sustained intensity.
dehydration is an excessive loss of water.
diuretic is a drug that increases the amount of fluid (water and urine) passing from the body.
electrolytes are salts and minerals, such as sodium, potassium, calcium and magnesium, that are important for many body functions such as chemical breakdown and nerve conduction. Electrolytes can be lost through perspiration during exercise.
ergogenic aid is a substance or practice that improves or is believed to improve physical performance.
243glycemic index is a ranking system for carbohydrates based on how they affect blood sugar level.
hydration involves supplying sufficient water to the body’s cells.
minerals are inorganic substances found in the body that are necessary for it to function adequately.
proactive recovery emphasises immediate refuelling and rehydration that continues until a pre-event state is obtained.
tapering refers to a period immediately before competition when the volume and intensity of training is reduced. p. 221
244vitamins are inorganic compounds that are essential to maintaining bodily functions.