Table 4 Comparison of energy balance and nutrient intake of the participants during the race
| Â | Amino acids (n = 14) | Control (n = 13) |
|---|---|---|
Energy expenditure (kcal) | 7,160 (844) | 7,485 (621) |
Energy intake (kcal) | 3,311 (1,450) | 2,590 (1,334) |
Energy balance (kcal) | - 3,848 (1,369) | - 4,894 (1,641) |
Intake of carbohydrates (g) | 755.7 (354.8) | 608.8 (326.4) |
Intake of protein (g) | 79.9 (12.7) ** | 26.7 (22.0) |
Intake of fat (g) | 5.1 (4.8) | 7.0 (7.1) |