The effects of caffeine have been studied for over 100 years is widely used as a supplement in many different forms. The most popular these days is in energy drinks. Caffeine supplementation has been associated with the following effects: Enhanced performance during 1 repetition max (1RM), vertical jump, increased power, improved aerobic endurance performance (2).Continue reading “CAFFEINE AS A SUPPLEMENT”
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PROTEIN TO SUPPORT TRAINING & PERFORMANCE: WHY, WHEN, WHAT AND HOW MUCH?
Protein supports cell repair and growth and has many metabolic functions. A protein is composed of amino acids, which are classified in essential and non-essential. Essential amino acids cannot be produced by our body, while non-essential are regularly synthesized. To complete a protein, all essential amino acids should be present. Even though there are manyContinue reading “PROTEIN TO SUPPORT TRAINING & PERFORMANCE: WHY, WHEN, WHAT AND HOW MUCH?”
Applied Exercise Science 