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Which of the following is not true of glycogen loading?
  1. The first stage is depletion of glycogen stores with hard exercise.
  2. A vigorous workout is done the day before competition.
  3. It is not recommended for athletes competing in events of short duration.
  4. It is accompanied by storage of water in body tissue.
Explanation
Answer: B - When glycogen loading is used to prepare for an athletic competition, vigorous exercise is avoided on the day before the event, so that the muscles can rest. The first stage of glycogen loading is depletion of glycogen stores with hard exercise, in order to prepare the muscles for the load. Glycogen loading is recommended only for athletes competing in events of long duration. Because glycogen binds water tissue stores of water increase.
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