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Beta-alanine supplementation attenuates neuromuscular fatigue, particularly in older subjects, and may improve tactical performance in military personnel.

Older adults or tactical athletes may benefit from beta-alanine supplementation (4-6g/day) to reduce neuromuscular fatigue during prolonged or high-intensity tasks. While tactical performance benefits are promising, more research is needed.

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Beta-alanine attenuates neuromuscular fatigue, particularly in older subjects, and preliminary evidence indicates that beta-alanine may improve tactical performance
Eric T. Trexler et al. · Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition · 2015

Why this rating

Strong evidence for fatigue attenuation in older adults; preliminary evidence for tactical performance.

Source

International society of sports nutrition position stand: Beta-Alanine

Eric T. Trexler et al. · Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition · 2015

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