This report aims to look at the role of Sodium bicarbonate as a potent Ergogenic aid and its role in improving the performance of athletes. It includes the mechanism of action of sodium bicarbonate during high-intensity exercise. The report also shows the various types of athletes who can be benefited from sodium bicarbonate loading, evidences for improvement in performance, conflicting evidenc...

There is a consensus claiming an ergogenic effect of carbohydrates ingested in the proximity of or during a performance bout. However, in performance studies, the protocols that are used are often highly standardized (e.g. fasted subjects, constant exercise intensity with time-to-exhaustion tests), and do not necessarily reflect competitive real-life situations. Therefore, we aimed at systemati...

Caffeine is a common substance in the diets of most athletes and it is now appearing in many new products, including energy drinks, sport gels, alcoholic beverages and diet aids. It can be a powerful ergogenic aid at levels that are considerably lower than the acceptable limit of the International Olympic Committee and could be beneficial in training and in competition. Caffeine does not improv...

NITRATE RICH BEETROOT JUICE has become a popular sports supplement because of its proposed ergogenic properties. The effects of dietary nitrate supplementation on exercise performance have been attributed to its capacity to increase nitric oxide (NO) bioavailability. NO modulates many processes that are essential to exercise performance, such as regulation of blood flow, muscle contractility, m...

This paper provides an overview of the current literature and scientific evidence surrounding inorganic nitrate (NO3-) supplementation and its potential for improving human health and physical performance. As indicative of the ever-expanding organic and natural food consumer market, athletes and health enthusiasts alike are constantly searching for ingredient-specific "super foods" and dietary ...

The mechanism of action underlying the ergogenic effect of caffeine is still unclear. Caffeine increases the force of muscular contraction during low-frequency stimulation by potentiating calcium release from the sarcoplasmic reticulum. Studies have also suggested an enhancement of lipid oxidation and glycogen sparing as potential mechanisms. Given that several studies have found an ergogenic e...

Background Caffeine is an ergogenic aid used to enhance athletic performance. It has central, intracellular and peripheral effects, which interfere on the prolongation and perception of fatigue during exhaustive efforts. Moreover, it hones and optimizes the cardiovascular, the endocrine, the muscular and the central nervous systems. Thus, its utilization can reduce the time of racing for tri-at...