Combination of caffeine and theacrine improves performance in canoe sprinting, suggesting targeted supplementation strategies.
Caffeine remains a powerful ergogenic aid in sprint paddling, enhancing both mechanical output and muscle oxygen utilization. Although theacrine alone showed limited ergogenic effects, its combination with caffeine produced additional improvements compared to placebo, indicating a possible complementary role. These findings support targeted supplementation strategies in elite sports.
No takes yet. Share an insight, caveat, or question.
Jovanov et al. (2025) studied this question.
Synapse has enriched 5 closely related papers on similar clinical questions. Consider them for comparative context: