Perfil nutricional de praticantes de corrida de rua de um clube esportivo da cidade de Belo Horizonte, MG, Brasil

Abstract

The anthropometric and/or dietary profile of elite runners has been studied; however, little is known about the characteristics of recreational street runners. This study was aimed to characterize the nutritional profile of recreational runners from a sports club in Belo Horizonte, MG, Brazil, who were referred to a nutritional clinic of a local private college. The sample study was composed of 19 athletes, aged between 28 and 53 years. The diagnosis of the runners' nutritional status was obtained by assessment of their energy and macronutrients -carbohydrates (CHO), lipids (LIP), and proteins (PTN) consumption-through the 24-hour dietary recall (R24h), as well as analysis of their anthropometric profile. The results obtained from the dietary evaluation showed that according to the recommendations proposed by the DRIs (Dietary Reference Intakes), the distribution of energy among the macronutrients in both men and women was adequate: 48.1±9.2% (CHO), 29.6±7.2% (LIP) and 22.3±4.96% (PTN). However, when considering energy consumption in g/kg of body weight, the intake of CHO was low (3.54±1.45g/kg/d) and of PTN was high (1.7±0.57 g/kg/d) for this type of recreational exercise. Regarding total energy consumption, 89.5% of runners presented energy intake below the recommended values, resulting in daily caloric deficiency. Concerning the anthropometric evaluation, the average percentage of body fat (%G) for men and women was not statistically different and was considered adequate based on their age. Waist circumference (WC) and waist/hip ratio (WHR) of the studied group showed normal results and do not represent increased risk for cardiovascular diseases. In conclusion, the study indicates that although the athletes showed adequate caloric distribution of macronutrients, it was still not sufficient to meet the energy requirements of their modality, suggesting hence that continuous nutritional guidance is needed.

Effect of a Nutritional Intervention in Athlete’s Body Composition, Eating Behaviour and Nutritional Knowledge: A Comparison between Adults and Adolescents

“…According to Magkos and Yannankolia [ 39 ], the use of a single 24-h recall might be an alternative when you cannot use the instrument more than one time. Other works also used this method [ 40 , 41 ].…”

Efeitos do Consumo do Suco de Uva no Estado de Humor em Corredores Recreacionais

“…A tletas recreacionais são praticantes de exercícios físicos que realizam treinos diários de uma modalidade esportiva e participam de competições amadoras, no entanto, diferente dos atletas de alto rendimento, não dependem financeiramente do esporte. Grande parte dos atletas recreacionais iniciase no esporte objetivando melhoria apenas em parâmetros de saúde, mas encontram intenso prazer na atividade física, passando a treinar e competir com mais assiduidade 1 .…”

Nutritional profile and dietary intake of antioxidants of street runners

“…The International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) defines street running as played on street circuits, avenues, and roads with official distances ranging from 5 to 100 km 3 . Practiced on public roads, long-distance races include 10 km, a half marathon (21.095 km) and a marathon (42.195 km).…”

“…Nutritional behaviors are crucial in maintaining health, in increasing physical performance, and in controlling the body composition of athletes, regardless of the sport practiced6. Furthermore, a systematic assessment of dietary intake can help the orientation of the athletes on the most appropriate nutritional management 3 . Knowing the importance of healthy eating, Pessi & Fayh 7 claim that physical exercise requires nutritional monitoring and, thus, nutritional education becomes essential as it helps and creates sedentary for conditions and physically active choose healthy foods.…”