Nutritional profile of amateur surfers of Itajaí­-SC, Brazil

Abstract

Surfing is a sport that has evolved and grown a lot lately, especially in Brazil, which has come to be considered one of the three major world powers, especially after the recent conquest of world titles by Brazilian surfers. The evolution in the sport is influenced by several factors such as waves, equipment, specific training and adequate nutrition. The objective of this study was to identify the nutritional profile of amateur surfers from Itajaí­ beaches. Twenty-one amateur surfers of both sexes, enrolled in the Surfing Association of Itajaí­ Beaches (ASPI), were present during a stage of the local circuit, aged between 18 and 45 years old. Anthropometric variables were collected and a food frequency questionnaire was applied. Results: 96% of the athletes were eutrophic and with a mean body fat of 16%, BMI of 22.93 kg / m2 and according to WHR, 86% did not present a risk for the development of cardiovascular diseases. Regarding the food frequency questionnaire, 71% of the athletes consumed French bread, 62% whole milk, 52% eggs, 43% vegetables and 29% fruits daily, red meat consumption was 57%, but three times a week. Daily consumption of simple carbohydrates, proteins mainly eggs and red meats, low consumption of fruits, vegetables and vegetables was observed.