Exercise Physiology

  1. Body Composition and Nutritional Considerations
    1. Body Composition Assessment
      1. Two-Component Model
        1. Multi-Component Models
          1. Assessment Techniques
            1. Skinfold Measurements
              1. Bioelectrical Impedance
                1. Hydrostatic Weighing
                  1. Air Displacement Plethysmography
                    1. Dual-Energy X-ray Absorptiometry
                  2. Nutritional Requirements
                    1. Carbohydrate Needs
                      1. Performance Role
                        1. Timing Strategies
                          1. Glycogen Loading
                          2. Fat Requirements
                            1. Essential Fatty Acids
                              1. Fat Adaptation Strategies
                              2. Protein Needs
                                1. Amino Acid Requirements
                                  1. Timing and Quality
                                    1. Protein Synthesis Optimization
                                    2. Micronutrient Considerations
                                      1. Vitamin Requirements
                                        1. Mineral Needs
                                          1. Antioxidant Functions
                                        2. Hydration and Electrolyte Balance
                                          1. Fluid Balance Regulation
                                            1. Dehydration Effects
                                              1. Rehydration Strategies
                                                1. Electrolyte Replacement
                                                2. Ergogenic Aids
                                                  1. Nutritional Supplements
                                                    1. Creatine Supplementation
                                                      1. Caffeine Effects
                                                        1. Beta-Alanine Benefits
                                                          1. Nitrate Supplementation
                                                          2. Performance Enhancement Substances
                                                            1. Anabolic Agents
                                                              1. Stimulants
                                                                1. Blood Doping Methods

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