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Why might athletes consume carbohydrates before a competition and proteins after a competition?(1 point)
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Carbohydrates provide quick energy, while proteins repair and build muscle.
Carbohydrates provide quick energy, while proteins repair and build muscle.

Carbohydrates build muscle, while proteins provide long-term energy.
Carbohydrates build muscle, while proteins provide long-term energy.

Proteins provide quick energy, while carbohydrates help with hydration.
Proteins provide quick energy, while carbohydrates help with hydration.

Proteins repair muscle immediately, while carbohydrates help store fat.

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Carbohydrates provide quick energy, while proteins repair and build muscle.

Explanation: Eating carbs before competition tops up muscle glycogen for immediate energy; consuming protein after helps repair and synthesize muscle tissue damaged during exercise.