HÁBITOS ALIMENTARES DE PRATICANTES DE ATIVIDADES FÍSICA DE UMA ACADEMIA DE GINÁSTICA DE VARGINHA - MG

Abstract

The search for a healthy lifestyle through a balanced diet associated with well controlled physical activity is growing exponentially among young people, adults and elderly people concerned about health and body aesthetics. The study aims to analyze the eating habits of physically active a fitness facility Varginha - MG. 50 practitioners were evaluated through interviews using socioeconomic questionnaire, dietary surveys (24-hour recall and food frequency questionnaire, including the consumption of water and food supplements) and anthropometric using the body. mass index. The results showed that 50% of practitioners received 2 to 3 times the minimum wage, and 52% of subjects presented with normal body weight Regarding the exercise mode, it was verified that 62 weight % of individuals practice, the frequency being 3 to 5 times a week for 1 to 2 hours per day Most survey participants showed diets classified as low-carbohydrate, normal protein and normolipidica, an excess of sodium micronutrient consumption being observed whereas consumption fiber, vitamin and vitamin is presented below recommended. this work 20% reported eating supplements, being summoned, Whey protein, BCAA, Guarana powder creatine. hydration, most practitioners consume than 2 liters of water day. In conclusion, is recommended exercise practitioners, receive nutritional dietary guidance appropriately avoid erroneous eating habits loss of physical performance.