This study was undertaken to examine self-reported caffeine consumption and reasons for its use, amongst UK athletes, following its removal from the 2004 World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Prohibited List. A convenience sample of track and field athletes (n=193) and cyclists (n=287) completed a postal ...

Carbohydrates are one of the important energy sources during exercise and it contributes to energy production during the exercise. Fuelling carbohydrate stores before and during exercise help athletes to have optimal sports performance. Decreased carbohydrate availability triggers to fatigue...

The plant defence compound caffeine is widely consumed as a performance enhancer in a sporting context, with potential benefits expected in both physiological and psychological terms. However, although caffeine modestly but consistently improves alertness and fatigue, its effects on mental...

Position Statement: The position of The Society regarding caffeine supplementation and sport performance is summarized by the following seven points: (1.) Caffeine is effective for enhancing sport performance in trained athletes when consumed in low-to-moderate dosages (∼3-6 mg/kg) and overall...

Caffeine is a trimethylxanthine found in coffee and several other foods and beverages. Its stimulatory effects make it an interesting strategy to boost performance for athletic populations. Scientific evidence supports its efficacy to improve high-intensity endurance exercise, explosive and...

No previous study analyzed the effect of caffeinated chewing gum on volleyball-specific skills and physical performance in volleyball players. Twelve volleyball players participated ina randomized, crossover, and double-blind experiment after ingestion of (a) ~3.2 ± 0.4 mg/kg of body mass (BM) of...

There has been recent interest in the ergogenic effects of caffeine delivered in low doses (∼200 mg or ∼3 mg/kg body mass) and administered in forms other than capsules, coffee and sports drinks, including chewing gum, bars, gels, mouth rinses, energy drinks and aerosols. Caffeinated chewing gum is ...

Based on review and critical analysis of the literature regarding the contents and physiological effects of coffee related to physical and cognitive performance conducted by experts in the field and selected members of the International Society of Sports Nutrition (ISSN), the following conclusions ...

Background/Aims: Caffeine and creatine are 2 of the most widely available and used compounds in sport. Although the use of either is not considered a doping infraction, the evidence does suggest ergogenic potential in certain sports. The purpose of this paper is to review the pharmacology and...

This study was conducted to compare secular changes in height, weight, and body mass index and to survey children's daily nutrition, hydration preferences and preferred beverages while exercising. Soccer recruitment camps were organized by a professional Spanish soccer club in Costa Rica in...