In this episode, I dives deep into the science of caffeine, revealing how understanding its mechanisms, dosing, and timing can help endurance athletes maximise their performance safely and effectively.Main topics:

  • The science behind how caffeine enhances endurance performance
  • Optimal caffeine dosing strategies (3-6 mg/kg) and the effect of individual differences
  • Timing of caffeine intake before and during races for maximum benefit
  • The history of caffeine's status in anti-doping regulations and its legal use today
  • Differences between coffee and pure caffeine supplements
  • Practical tips for training and race day caffeine use
  • The importance of personal experimentation and understanding individual responses

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