The effect of stimulant drinks on the performance of endurance athletes: an analysis of commercial energy drinks and coffee
Abstract
The use of stimulant drinks, such as coffee and commercial energy drinks, is often associated with improvements in sports performance. The aim of this study was to analyse the effect of drinks considered to be stimulants on the performance of endurance runners. Seven trained male recreational runners aged 27 ±7.4 years, with a body mass of 76.57 ±10.42 kilograms and a height of 174 ±5.7 centimetres were subjected to 3 km time trials. The tests were conducted at 48-72 hours intervals, offering water, an energy drink and coffee 30 minutes before the start of each test. Heart rate, capillary glycaemia, subjective perception of effort and total test duration were recorded. No significant differences were observed in test duration, mean and maximum heart rate, and final glycaemia in response to the drinks ingested. Initial glycaemia was increased after ingesting commercial energy drinks compared to water and coffee. In conclusion, the results indicate that supposedly stimulating drinks do not have a significant impact on the performance and perceived exertion of long-distance runners during the 3 km test.
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