Exercise Performance, Physical Performance
Conditions
Keywords
Caffeine, Aerobic Performance, Anaerobic Performance, VO2max, Wingate Test, Ergogenic Aid, Exercise Physiology
Brief summary
This study investigated the effects of different caffeine delivery forms on aerobic and anaerobic exercise performance in healthy adults. Participants completed experimental trials involving caffeine capsule ingestion, caffeine gum chewing, and caffeine mouth rinse conditions. Aerobic performance was assessed using maximal oxygen uptake (VO2max), and anaerobic performance was evaluated using the Wingate anaerobic test. The study used a randomized crossover design where each participant completed all experimental conditions.
Detailed description
Caffeine is widely used as an ergogenic aid to enhance athletic performance. Different forms of caffeine administration such as capsules, chewing gum, and mouth rinses may produce different physiological responses due to differences in absorption rate and oral receptor stimulation. However, limited research has directly compared these delivery methods within the same participants. This randomized crossover study aimed to compare the effects of caffeine capsule ingestion, caffeine gum chewing, and caffeine mouth rinse on aerobic and anaerobic exercise performance. Fourteen healthy adults participated in the study and completed experimental trials under each caffeine condition. Aerobic performance was measured using maximal oxygen uptake (VO2max), while anaerobic performance was assessed using the Wingate anaerobic test. The results of this study may help clarify the effectiveness of different caffeine delivery forms for improving exercise performance.
Interventions
OTHERComparative Acute Effects of Caffeine Delivery Forms (Capsule, Chewing Gum, Mouth Rinse) on Aerobic Capacity and Wingate Anaerobic Performance Outcomes in Recreational Male Athletes: A Randomized Coun
This study evaluates the acute effects of three distinct caffeine delivery methods compared to a placebo, using a standardized total dose of 300 mg of caffeine across all active interventions. The study is a randomized, counterbalanced crossover trial involving 14 recreational male athletes. The interventions are distinguished by their specific absorption kinetics and ecologically valid administration timings
Sponsors
University of Gaziantep
Study design
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Intervention model
CROSSOVER
Primary purpose
OTHER
Masking
NONE
Intervention model description
Participants completed all experimental conditions in a randomized crossover order. Each participant performed exercise tests under three different caffeine administration conditions (caffeine capsule, caffeine gum, and caffeine mouth rinse). The order of the conditions was randomized, and adequate washout periods were provided between trials to minimize carryover effects.
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
MALE
Age
18 Years to 25 Years
Healthy volunteers
Yes
Inclusion criteria
* Healthy male recreational athletes aged 18-25 years. * At least 2 years of regular training history (3-4 sessions per week). * Non-smoker.No diagnosed chronic disease. * No current musculoskeletal injury. * Willingness to abstain from caffeine consumption for 48 hours before each test session. * Willingness to avoid strenuous exercise for 48 hours before each test session.
Exclusion criteria
* Known allergy or sensitivity to caffeine. * Use of any performance-enhancing supplements during the study period. * Failure to comply with the standardized nutritional requirements before testing. * Failure to comply with the standardized sleep requirements before testing. * Inability to complete all experimental conditions (Capsule, Gum, Rinse, and Placebo).
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Anaerobic Average Power | Measured after each 48-hour washout period following the specific caffeine or placebo intervention. | The mean power output maintained over the duration of a 30-second Wingate Anaerobic Test |
| Aerobic Capacity (VO2max) | Measured after each 48-hour washout period following the specific caffeine or placebo intervention | Description: Estimated maximal oxygen uptake calculated via the 20-meter shuttle run test (Beep Test).Metric: Milliliters per kilogram per minute (ml/kg/min) |
Countries
Turkey (Türkiye)
Outcome results
None listed