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Study: Ketone supplements may backfire on endurance athletes

Kinesiologists at McMaster University have found ketone supplements, used by some athletes hoping to cross the finish line faster, may worsen performance. The new study, published in the International Journal of Sport Nutrition and Exercise Metabolism,... more »

Why pre-workout may not be the answer

Picture this. You are a part of the performance team for a sport and it is mid-season. An athlete shows up to practice. Something looks off. They are lacking their usual energy, speed, power, and... more »

Study: Beta-alanine may help with cognitive decline

A new study co-authored by prominent supplement researchers concludes the popular sports supplement beta-alanine could have benefits for older adults experiencing cognitive decline and depression. The amino acid beta-alanine has been immensely popular among lifters... more »

Vitamin D and Athletic Performance

A recent research review published in the journal Physical Activity and Nutrition found that having healthy vitamin D levels correlated positively with athletic performance in endurance sports — among other benefits. The researchers performed a... more »

A Guide to Fat Intake for Athletes

For athletes, proper nutrition is the fuel for reaching peak performance. An e-book, Nutrition Guide: Fueling for Performance by TrueSport, shared by USADA.org, broke down the eight steps in building a strong nutrition plan for... more »

Breaking Down Effective Creatine Use

Creatine is an amino acid located mostly in your body's muscles, as well as in the brain. Though it can be made synthetically, most people get creatine through seafood and red meat, according to the... more »

Supplement Savvy for Athletic Performance

Athletes strive for excellence and will do anything, at times, to achieve success in sport. It makes sense that some athletes will do anything to have a competitive edge to fulfill the Olympic motto of... more »

Understanding Supplementation: What coaches need to know about the supplement market

{Sponsored} When it comes to your athletes, knowing what types of supplements are going into their body is vital to not only their health, but potentially their eligibility to play in games and participate in... more »

Banned Substance Certification for supplements is vital for athletes

{Sponsored} The detrimental effects of careless supplement use can be severe. Careers, scholarships and reputation are on the line if an athlete takes a contaminated dietary supplement and tests positive on a drug test. Ingesting... more »

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