Four Classes Of Macromolecules Essay

In biology we are currently learning about the four classes of macromolecules. These four classes go hand in hand in correctly fueling our bodies as we train and gear up for our fall marathon. Specifically, I would like to introduce you to a method of food intake, If It Fits Your Macros. This method is backed in biology as macros stands for macromolecules and divides food intake into: 40% carbohydrates, 40% protein, and 20% fats (lipids). These ratios have been specifically formatted towards endurance athletes, such as ourselves, to efficiently fuel our bodies to promote muscles growth, provide energy during our training, and keep consistent energy levels all day long. The first of the three food groups is carbohydrates, which consists of 40% of your daily food intake. Carbohydrates serve as fuel and building materials. Starches along with sugars, which are subgroups of carbohydrates, are essential to fueling your body as your body breaks down starches and sugars and converts them to glucose to be consumed as fuel. Even more specific to our marathon training, starches are especially important in energy storage and carbohydrates are vital in fueling for long runs, as carbohydrates are the bodies preferred fuel source. Of the three groups carbohydrates are the most vital to our marathon

Proteins are essential to the human body to perform any and all dynamic functions. Proteins are instrumental in muscle growth and function. Outside of muscle performance, proteins also make up enzymes. Enzymatic proteins regulate metabolism through use as a catalyst. This is essential as running consumes a lot of energy and takes a toll on our bodies; by regulating metabolism our bodies are thus able to keep consistent energy levels. Proteins are essential in muscle function as well as regulation of metabolism; however, our bodies also need fats to efficiently