meta_analysis
    2011
    High Quality

    Effects of acute alkalosis and acidosis on performance: a meta-analysis

    Carr AJ, Hopkins WG, Gore CJ

    Published in Sports Medicine

    Methodology

    Meta-analysis of 38 studies of sodium bicarbonate and blood alkalizer ingestion on high-intensity performance

    Key Findings

    Bicarbonate loading produced a small but worthwhile improvement of roughly 1.7% in high-intensity performance lasting about one minute.

    Conclusions

    Acute bicarbonate loading modestly improves short high-intensity exercise performance.

    Limitations

    Gastrointestinal distress common; benefit small and variable between individuals.

    Outcomes Measured

    Enhanced Athletic Performance

    Bicarbonate loading produced a small but worthwhile improvement of roughly 1.7% in high-intensity performance.

    Study Details

    Year:2011
    Quality Score:8/10

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    Disclosures

    Funding

    Australian Institute of Sport

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