Does Caffeine Work Differently For Women? What New Research Shows
Recent research has examined how caffeine affects athletic performance in women, particularly during different phases of the menstrual cycle. The study found that caffeine supplementation significantly improved agility and vertical jump height in female athletes. However, it showed no significant effect on sprint performance.
- ▪The study included nine studies with a total of 118 female athletes participating in intermittent sports.
- ▪Caffeine doses ranged from 3 to 6 milligrams per kilogram of body mass, taken about 60 minutes before exercise.
- ▪Caffeine improved agility and vertical jump height, but had no significant effect on sprint performance.
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