Caffeinated Energy Drinks Improve Volleyball Performance in Elite Female Players

Pérez-López, Alberto; Salinero, Juan José; Abián-Vicén, Javier; Valadés, David; Lara, Beatriz; Gómez-Hernández, César; Areces, Francisco; González, Cristina; Coso, Juan Del

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“…A number of recent investigations have concluded that caffeine enhances exercise performance in populations of female athletes . In addition, a recent investigation indicates that caffeine might have a similar ergogenic effect in men and women, at least during an endurance performance trial in cycling .…”

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“…16 A number of recent investigations have concluded that caffeine enhances exercise performance in populations of female athletes. [30][31][32][33] In addition, a recent investigation indicates that caffeine might have a similar ergogenic effect in men and women, at least during an endurance performance trial in cycling. 34 However, these findings contrast with the lack of effect of caffeine to increase peak and mean cycling performance on the Wingate test in women, 11 while it seems that caffeine effectiveness to increase anaerobic performance might be lower in women than in men despite the use of the same dose of caffeine.…”

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Acute caffeine intake increases performance in the 15‐s Wingate test during the menstrual cycle

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Gutiérrez-Hellín

Ruíz-Moreno

et al. 2020

Brit J Clinical Pharma

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Aims In male athletes, caffeine is considered an ergogenic aid to increase anaerobic performance during the Wingate anaerobic test (WANT). However, information about the effect of caffeine on WANT performance in female athletes is contradictory. Furthermore, it is unknown whether the ergogenicity of caffeine is present during all the phases of the menstrual cycle. The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of caffeine intake on WANT performance during 3 phases of the menstrual cycle. Methods Thirteen well‐trained eumenorrhoeic triathletes participated in a double‐blind, placebo‐controlled, cross‐over experimental trial. On 2 different days in each phase, and in randomized order, participants ingested caffeine (3 mg kg−1) or a placebo (cellulose). The menstrual cycle phases were individually characterized as follows: (i) early follicular; (ii) preovulatory; and (iii) midluteal. In each trial, participants performed a 15‐s adapted version of the WANT. Results In comparison to the placebo, caffeine increased peak power during the WANT in the early follicular (8.6 ± 0.8 vs 8.9 ± 0.9 W/kg, P = .04; effect size [d] = 0.45), preovulatory (8.6 ± 0.9 vs 8.9 ± 0.9 W/kg, P = .04; d = 0.23) and mid‐luteal phases (8.6 ± 0.8 vs 8.9 ± 0.9 W/kg, P < .01; d = 0.52). Conclusion The ergogenic effect of caffeine on WANT peak cycling power was of a similar magnitude in the follicular, preovulatory, and mid‐luteal phases. These results suggest that caffeine increases performance in the 15‐s Wingate test in women athletes and it might be considered an ergogenic aid to increase anaerobic performance in eumenorrhoeic women during their menstrual cycle.

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Acute caffeine intake increases performance in the 15‐s Wingate test during the menstrual cycle

Lara

Gutiérrez-Hellín

Ruíz-Moreno

et al. 2020

Brit J Clinical Pharma

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“…Nevertheless, our data have shown that a dose of 3 mg·kg −1 of caffeine improved both peak and mean power during the test. Likewise, recent research has demonstrated an ergogenic effect in power activities, both in lower and upper limb exercises, such as power in half squats or bench presses, jumps, or repeated jumps in 15 s [2,5,8]. This ergogenic effect in anaerobic performance could be due to the influence of caffeine on the Na+/K+ pump, facilitating Na+/K+ATPase activity [19].…”

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“…The scientific evidence regarding the performance-enhancing properties of caffeine has been found in short-term high-intensity sports modalities [2], team sports competitions [3,4,5], and endurance-based exercise [6,7]. Moreover, the pre-exercise ingestion of caffeine is effective in increasing physical performance in resistance activities [8,9].…”

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CYP1A2 Genotype Variations Do Not Modify the Benefits and Drawbacks of Caffeine during Exercise: A Pilot Study

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Previous investigations have determined that some individuals have minimal or even ergolytic performance effects after caffeine ingestion. The aim of this study was to analyze the influence of the genetic variations of the CYP1A2 gene on the performance enhancement effects of ingesting a moderate dose of caffeine. In a double-blind randomized experimental design, 21 healthy active participants (29.3 ± 7.7 years) ingested 3 mg of caffeine per kg of body mass or a placebo in testing sessions separated by one week. Performance in the 30 s Wingate test, visual attention, and side effects were evaluated. DNA was obtained from whole blood samples and the CYP1A2 polymorphism was analyzed (rs762551). We obtained two groups: AA homozygotes (n = 5) and C-allele carriers (n = 16). Caffeine ingestion increased peak power (682 ± 140 vs. 667 ± 137 W; p = 0.008) and mean power during the Wingate test (527 ± 111 vs. 518 ± 111 W; p < 0.001) with no differences between AA homozygotes and C-allele carriers (p > 0.05). Reaction times were similar between caffeine and placebo conditions (276 ± 31 vs. 269 ± 71 milliseconds; p = 0.681) with no differences between AA homozygotes and C-allele carriers. However, 31.3% of the C-allele carriers reported increased nervousness after caffeine ingestion, while none of the AA homozygotes perceived this side effect. Genetic variations of the CYP1A2 polymorphism did not affect the ergogenic effects and drawbacks derived from the ingestion of a moderate dose of caffeine.

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“…(42) The results of a recent study reported that consumption of approximately 3 mg/kg of caffeine in the form of energy drinks significantly improved the physical performance of female volleyball players. (43) Wesnes et al in a randomized, double blind, placebo controlled, cross over study examined the cognitive and mood effects of energy drinks on 94 subjects. Assessment of cognitive function was performed with a number of automated tests of memory and attention while mood was assessed with various different questionnaires such as the Profile of Mood states (POMS), Bond-Lader and Chalder Fatigue Scales.…”

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Energy Drink Consumption : Beneficial and Adverse Health Effects

Alsunni¹

2015

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Consumption of energy drinks has been increasing dramatically in the last two decades, particularly amongst adolescents and young adults. Energy drinks are aggressively marketed with the claim that these products give an energy boost to improve physical and cognitive performance. However, studies supporting these claims are limited. In fact, several adverse health effects have been related to energy drink; this has raised the question of whether these beverages are safe. This review was carried out to identify and discuss the published articles that examined the beneficial and adverse health effects related to energy drink. It is concluded that although energy drink may have beneficial effects on physical performance, these products also have possible detrimental health consequences. Marketing of energy drinks should be limited or forbidden until independent research confirms their safety, particularly among adolescents. Disclosure of benefit:This work was not supported by any drug or commercial company. Manufacturers recently have shifted their consumer focus from athletes to young people. Energy drinks are aggressively marketed in places popular with teens and young adults. Approximately, two thirds of energy drink consumers are 13-35 years old, and boys are two thirds of the market. (4) In the U.S., energy drinks are the second most common dietary supplement used by young people; about 30% consume energy drinks on a regular basis. (5) The popularity of energy drinks in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia does not seem to differ from other parts of the world. Around half of the Saudi University students who participated in a survey admitted to regular consumption of energy. (6) Energy drinks are designed to give an "energy boost" to the drinker by a combination of stimulants and energy boosters. The major constituent in most energy drinks is caffeine. They usually contain 80-150 mg of caffeine per 8 ounces, which is equivalent to 5 ounces of coffee or two 12-ounce cans of caffeinated soda. (7) Most of the brands on the market contain large amounts of glucose while some brands offer artificially sweetened versions. Other commonly used constituents are taurine, methylxanthines, vitamin B, ginseng, guarana, yerba mate, acai, maltodextrin, inositol, carnitine, creatine, glucuronolactone, and ginkgo biloba. CorrespondenceCurrently, significant concerns have been raised about the safety of these products. There have been several reports that showed adverse health effects associated with energy drink. Despite this, manufactures of energy drinks claim these products are suitable for consumers

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Caffeinated Energy Drinks Improve Volleyball Performance in Elite Female Players

Abstract: Commercially available energy drinks can significantly improve physical performance in female volleyball players. Increased physical performance led to improved accuracy during an actual volleyball match.

Cited by 92 publications

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Acute caffeine intake increases performance in the 15‐s Wingate test during the menstrual cycle

Acute caffeine intake increases performance in the 15‐s Wingate test during the menstrual cycle

CYP1A2 Genotype Variations Do Not Modify the Benefits and Drawbacks of Caffeine during Exercise: A Pilot Study

Energy Drink Consumption : Beneficial and Adverse Health Effects

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