Can Caffeine Be an Effective Ergogenic Aid in Combat Sports? A Comprehensive Review
Introduction: Caffeine, a well-known stimulant, is commonly used by athletes to enhance performance across various sports, including combat sports. Its ergogenic properties, such as improved strength, endurance, and cognitive function, have been well documented in the literature. This paper explore...
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Introduction: Caffeine, a well-known stimulant, is commonly used by athletes to enhance performance across various sports, including combat sports. Its ergogenic properties, such as improved strength, endurance, and cognitive function, have been well documented in the literature. This paper explores the effects of caffeine supplementation on combat sports, specifically in disciplines such as judo, jiu-jitsu, taekwondo, and boxing. The impact of different doses of caffeine on performance in these sports is examined, along with potential risks, limitations, and considerations for its use.
Aim of Study: The primary aim of this study is to analyze the effects of caffeine on performance in combat sports, considering various factors such as optimal dosage, timing, and the impact of habitual caffeine consumption. Additionally, this paper evaluates the potential adverse effects, including anxiety, sleep disturbances, and cardiovascular concerns, as well as the considerations regarding caffeine’s status as a banned substance in sports.
Material and methods: A review of the literature on caffeine and its effect was performed using the PubMed database.
Results and Conclusions: Caffeine supplementation consistently enhances performance in combat sports. Doses ranging from 3–6 mg/kg were found to improve strength, endurance, and reaction times across various combat sports, with higher doses being more effective for elite athletes. However, habitual caffeine consumption may diminish responsiveness to caffeine’s ergogenic effects. Caffeine’s potential adverse effects, such as anxiety, insomnia, and increased heart rate, were reported, with gender differences in sensitivity. While caffeine’s ergogenic effects are well-established, its use should be personalized, considering individual responses and training status. Furthermore, caffeine's legal status and potential interactions with other substances, such as alcohol and medications, must be considered in competitive settings.
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| spelling | doaj-art-3c770b6e6cd1467599cd10ea05fb6abd2025-01-20T08:17:09ZengKazimierz Wielki UniversityJournal of Education, Health and Sport2391-83062025-01-017710.12775/JEHS.2025.77.57144Can Caffeine Be an Effective Ergogenic Aid in Combat Sports? A Comprehensive ReviewMarcin Komorowski0https://orcid.org/0009-0009-1423-7176Michał Janiszewski1https://orcid.org/0009-0007-8932-3808Aleksandra Pelczarska2https://orcid.org/0009-0006-3505-1416Rafal Kaczorowski3https://orcid.org/0009-0004-7042-114XTomasz Forenc4https://orcid.org/0009-0007-9290-3571Jaromir Hunia5https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3596-0987Julia Górny6https://orcid.org/0009-0008-5363-1590Jonasz Jurek7https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9567-8663Alicja Kapciak8https://orcid.org/0009-0000-0655-8820Międzylesie Specialist Hospital, Bursztynowa 2, 04-749 Warsaw, PolandMazovian "Bródnowski" Hospital, Ludwika Kondratowicza 8, 03-242 Warsaw, PolandMedical University of Warsaw, Żwirki i Wigury 61, 02-091 Warsaw, Polandwarsaw medical universityMedical University of Warsaw, Żwirki i Wigury 61, 02-091 Warsaw, PolandNational Medical Institute of the Ministry of the Interior and Administration, Wołoska 137, 02-507 Warsaw, PolandMazovian "Bródnowski" Hospital, Ludwika Kondratowicza 8, 03-242 Warsaw, PolandNational Medical Institute of the Ministry of the Interior and Administration, Wołoska 137, 02-507 Warsaw, PolandNational Medical Institute of the Ministry of the Interior and Administration, Wołoska 137, 02-507 Warsaw, Poland Introduction: Caffeine, a well-known stimulant, is commonly used by athletes to enhance performance across various sports, including combat sports. Its ergogenic properties, such as improved strength, endurance, and cognitive function, have been well documented in the literature. This paper explores the effects of caffeine supplementation on combat sports, specifically in disciplines such as judo, jiu-jitsu, taekwondo, and boxing. The impact of different doses of caffeine on performance in these sports is examined, along with potential risks, limitations, and considerations for its use. Aim of Study: The primary aim of this study is to analyze the effects of caffeine on performance in combat sports, considering various factors such as optimal dosage, timing, and the impact of habitual caffeine consumption. Additionally, this paper evaluates the potential adverse effects, including anxiety, sleep disturbances, and cardiovascular concerns, as well as the considerations regarding caffeine’s status as a banned substance in sports. Material and methods: A review of the literature on caffeine and its effect was performed using the PubMed database. Results and Conclusions: Caffeine supplementation consistently enhances performance in combat sports. Doses ranging from 3–6 mg/kg were found to improve strength, endurance, and reaction times across various combat sports, with higher doses being more effective for elite athletes. However, habitual caffeine consumption may diminish responsiveness to caffeine’s ergogenic effects. Caffeine’s potential adverse effects, such as anxiety, insomnia, and increased heart rate, were reported, with gender differences in sensitivity. While caffeine’s ergogenic effects are well-established, its use should be personalized, considering individual responses and training status. Furthermore, caffeine's legal status and potential interactions with other substances, such as alcohol and medications, must be considered in competitive settings. https://apcz.umk.pl/JEHS/article/view/57144Cafeinecombat sportsAthletesSupplementation |
| spellingShingle | Marcin Komorowski Michał Janiszewski Aleksandra Pelczarska Rafal Kaczorowski Tomasz Forenc Jaromir Hunia Julia Górny Jonasz Jurek Alicja Kapciak Can Caffeine Be an Effective Ergogenic Aid in Combat Sports? A Comprehensive Review Journal of Education, Health and Sport Cafeine combat sports Athletes Supplementation |
| title | Can Caffeine Be an Effective Ergogenic Aid in Combat Sports? A Comprehensive Review |
| title_full | Can Caffeine Be an Effective Ergogenic Aid in Combat Sports? A Comprehensive Review |
| title_fullStr | Can Caffeine Be an Effective Ergogenic Aid in Combat Sports? A Comprehensive Review |
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