Food consumption of practitioners of resistance training in academies in the city of Pesqueira-PE

Abstract

Introduction: The practice of physical exercise causes a differentiated energy demand, which must be supplied by a higher caloric intake. Aim: To assess dietary intake of bodybuilders. Methodology: This descriptive cross-sectional study involving bodybuilders in the city of Pesqueira. The survey involved a sample of 102 individuals of both sexes with greater than or equal to 18 years old. To assess the socioeconomic data a questionnaire was used for this research, food consumption was assessed by 24-hour dietary recall, were also collected anthropometric data such as weight and height. Calories obtained was calculated in Nutwin Version 1.6 software and the estimation of energy requirements used -if the METs. Results: Among the subjects 68.7% were normal weight, 58.83% reported using supplements is the main professional responsible for indicating the physical educator dietary supplementation (55%), 34.3% of respondents perform diet on their own. Feed before training 71.6% 53.9% 1 hour before, three to six meals 73.60%, physical educator training formulated by 65.75%, with the goal of gaining muscle mass 60.80% .The male calorie intake <300-400 (50%) and females from 1500 to 2000 (80.5%). Regarding the consumption of carbohydrates and protein was above the RDAfemales and males predominated in the protein. Discussion: Power prepares the body for stress by providing nutrients. Conclusion: The resistance training is benefited by adopting proper eating habits.