Research
Neural
Caffeine supplementation resulted in significantly higher mean velocity at 40, 60, 80, and 90% of 1RM for both back squat and deadlift exercises compared with placebo.
Caffeine can be used as an effective ergogenic aid to enhance performance in powerlifting.
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CAF supplementation resulted in significantly higher mean velocity at 40, 60, 80, and 90% of 1RM for both exercises compared with PLA (p < 0.05).
Why this rating
Based on the randomized, placebo-controlled, cross-over study design.
Source
Effects of Caffeine Supplementation on Neuromuscular Performance in Powerlifting Athletes: A Randomized, Placebo-Controlled, Quadruple-Blinded, Cross-Over Study
Alysson Enes et al. · The Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research · 2025
cross-sectional · n=16
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