Bicarbonate Attenuates Arterial Desaturation During Maximal Exercise In Humans
Effect | Increase |
Trial Design | Double blind |
Trial Length | 24 hours |
Number of Subjects | 5 |
Sex | Male |
Age Range | 18-29 |
Body Types | Trained, Average |
Supplementation of sodium bicarbonate to elite rowers was able to promote performance on a 2000m sprint by 1.8%, which was associated with an increase in blood lactate and reduction in both the rate of perceived exertion and preservation of oxygenation levels.