Yes, for most people. 84% of 25 people who reported on BCAA for performance say it improved. 16% noticed no change and 0% say it got worse. That is below the typical result for performance (93% across 41 options).
Ranked #39 of 41 for performance.
“noticed when I use BCAA have lower RHR after workouts, so probably must-have”
“I use modern BCAA as it has a higher (8:1:1) ratio of Leucine to the other AAs. I didnt see any major benefits from it when doing normal fasted workouts, but it did seem to help in extended workouts.”
“I notice my recovery time between sets and overall is better when I Sup on them intra-workout.”
“even a small amount (3/4 grams leucine or 5/6 grams bcaa) before resistance training or sports makes a huuuuge difference in my doms”
Conclusion: The overall effects of BCAA supplementation could be considered useful for lowering CK and DOMS after EIMD, but not LDH. The longer supplementation period prior to the EIMD could be more effective for CK and DOMS reduction.
Conclusion: In conclusion, BCAA in association with vitamin D may be useful in the treatment of sarcopenia and boost mitochondrial bioenergetic and redox activity. PROSPERO CRD42022332288.
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