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Ahhh, more good news about Caffiene…
Caffeine as an Ergogenic Aid
Article borrowed from www.active.com…
Caffeine is generally accepted by most sports scientists as an effective ergogenic aid. Its stimulating effect on the central nervous system (CNS) reduces the sensation of fatigue, perception of work effort and even pain. Moreover, caffeine improves mental acuity, focus and technical skill during and after strenuous activity or fatigue (Åstrand et al., 2003). Caffeine is believed to enhance fat utilization in the body and has also been shown to effectively increase time to exhaustion during endurance activities, as well as sprint, power and strength performance.
Caffeine seems most effective in restoring high intensity performance rather than enhancing it, which is a good thing for endurance athletes.
They call me “the Caveman.” I am: 6ft 3, weigh 85kg, 33 or 34 (?) years old. Professional triathlete for the past 16 years. I am an African. (Gets me funny looks in America)
