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New Strategies in Sport Nutrition: Enhancing Exercise Performance

A special issue of Nutrients (ISSN 2072-6643). This special issue belongs to the section "Sports Nutrition".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: closed (25 February 2025) | Viewed by 5392

Special Issue Editors

Prof. Dr. Alberto Caballero

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Faculty of Health Sciences, GIR Physical Exercise and Aging, University of Valladolid, Campus Duques de Soria, 42004 Soria, Spain
Interests: muscle damage; performance; personal diets; sport disciplines
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Dr. Daniel Pérez-Valdecantos

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Departamento Bioquímica, Biología Molecular y Fisiología, Facultad de Ciencias de la Salud, GIR: “Ejercicio Físico y Envejecimiento” Universidad Valladolid, Campus Universitario “Los Pajaritos”, 42004 Soria, Spain
Interests: sport recovery; supplements;exercise

Special Issue Information

Dear Colleagues, 

In the ever-evolving field of sports nutrition, cutting-edge strategies are emerging to optimize athletic performance and recovery. One innovative approach involves personalized nutrition plans tailored to individual athletes based on their genetic makeup, metabolic rate, and specific training needs. Precision nutrition, endorsed by advancements in genetic testing and analytics, allows for customized dietary recommendations that go beyond the one-size-fits-all approach. Additionally, there is a growing emphasis on the timing of nutrient intake, with a focus on nutrient periodization to align nutrition with an athlete's training and competition schedule. This involves adjusting macronutrient ratios and caloric intake during different training phases to maximize energy availability and support recovery. Furthermore, the integration of functional foods and supplements, such as plant-based protein sources and targeted micronutrients, is gaining traction for its potential to enhance performance and reduce inflammation. As sports nutrition continues to evolve, remaining abreast of these novel strategies is essential for athletes and practitioners alike.

Prof. Dr. Alberto Caballero
Dr. Daniel Pérez-Valdecantos
Guest Editors

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Keywords

  • sports nutrition
  • athletic performance
  • sport recovery
  • supplements
  • energy availability
  • personal diets
  • oxidative stress

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Carbohydrate Mouth Rinsing Improves Softball Launch Angle Consistency: A Double-Blind Crossover Study
by Tzu-Yuan Hsu, Meng-Hung Hsieh, Yi-Jie Shiu and Chih-Hui Chiu
Nutrients 2025, 17(1), 167; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu17010167 - 2 Jan 2025
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(1) Background: Carbohydrate mouth rinsing (CMR) stimulates the central nervous system and improves motor control. However, no studies have examined the effects of CMR on softball batting performance. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of CMR on softball batting [...] Read more.
(1) Background: Carbohydrate mouth rinsing (CMR) stimulates the central nervous system and improves motor control. However, no studies have examined the effects of CMR on softball batting performance. The purpose of this study was to investigate the effect of CMR on softball batting performance. (2) Methods: Fifteen trained female collegiate softball players (age: 20.6 ± 0.9 years; height: 159.5 ± 5.2 cm; body weight: 58.1 ± 6.9 kg) completed two trials in a randomization crossover trail, in which they rinsed their mouths for 20 s with 25 mL of either 6.4% maltodextrin (CMR) or a placebo (PLA). After rinsing, the Posner cueing task and grip force, counter-movement jump (CMJ) and batting tests were performed in sequence. A tanner tee was utilized to hit five sets of five balls at a time, with a minimum 3 min rest between sets. The batting test recorded the average exit velocity, maximum exit velocity and launch angle consistency. The standardized standard deviation (SD) for launch angle represents the standardized variability. (3) Results: The consistency of the launch angle of the CMR trial was significantly greater (p = 0.025; Cohen’s d = 0.69) than that of the PLA trial. There were no significant differences in the Posner cueing task, grip strength, vertical jump, or exit velocity. (4) Conclusions: The findings of this study indicate that CMR enhances the launch angle consistency of all-out-effort batting, but does not influence the exit velocity of softball hitting. Full article
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The Effect of Pre-Exercise Caffeine and Glucose Ingestion on Endurance Capacity in Hypoxia: A Double-Blind Crossover Trial
by Chih-Hui Chiu, Chung-Chih Chen, Ajmol Ali, Shey-Lin Wu and Ching-Lin Wu
Nutrients 2024, 16(21), 3624; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu16213624 - 25 Oct 2024
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The impact of caffeine and glucose supplementation in a hypoxic environment on endurance exercise performance remains inconclusive. The current study examined the effect of pre-exercise carbohydrate and caffeine supplementation on endurance exercise performance in an acute hypoxic environment. Eight healthy active young males [...] Read more.
The impact of caffeine and glucose supplementation in a hypoxic environment on endurance exercise performance remains inconclusive. The current study examined the effect of pre-exercise carbohydrate and caffeine supplementation on endurance exercise performance in an acute hypoxic environment. Eight healthy active young males participated in this double-blind, within-subjects crossover study. Participants ingested the test drink 60 min before exercising at 50% Wmax for 90 min on a cycle ergometer (fatiguing preload); there followed an endurance performance test at 85% Wmax until exhaustion in a hypoxic chamber (~15%O2). Participants completed four experimental trials in a randomized order: caffeine (6 mg·kg−1; Caff), glucose (1 g·kg−1; CHO), caffeine (6 mg·kg−1) + glucose (1 g·kg−1; Caff−CHO), and taste- and color-matched placebo with no caffeine or CHO (PLA). Blood samples were collected during fasting, pre-exercise, every 30 min throughout the exercise, and immediately after exhaustion. The caffeine and glucose trials significantly enhanced endurance capacity in hypoxic conditions by Caff, 44% (68.8–31.5%, 95% confidence interval), CHO, 31% (44.7–15.6%), and Caff−CHO, 46% (79.1–13.2%). Plasma-free fatty-acid and glycerol concentrations were higher in Caff and PLA than in CHO and Caff−CHO (p < 0.05). The estimated rate of fat oxidation was higher in Caff and PLA than in CHO and Caff−CHO (p < 0.05). There were no significant differences in ratings of perceived exertion between trials. In conclusion, the ingestion of caffeine, glucose, or caffeine + glucose one hour before exercising in hypoxic conditions significantly improved 85% Wmax endurance performance after prolonged exercise. Full article
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Ergonutrition Supplementation and Recovery in Water Polo: A Systematic Review
by Álvaro Miguel-Ortega, Josu Barrenetxea-Garcia, María-Azucena Rodríguez-Rodrigo, Enrique García-Ordóñez, Juan Mielgo-Ayuso and Julio Calleja-González
Nutrients 2025, 17(8), 1319; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu17081319 - 10 Apr 2025
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Background: Water polo (WP) is a high-intensity team sport that requires a combination of physical endurance, muscular strength, speed, and specific technical skills. Due to the demanding and prolonged nature of this sport, adequate and balanced nutrition plays a fundamental role in athletes’ [...] Read more.
Background: Water polo (WP) is a high-intensity team sport that requires a combination of physical endurance, muscular strength, speed, and specific technical skills. Due to the demanding and prolonged nature of this sport, adequate and balanced nutrition plays a fundamental role in athletes’ performance, recovery, and overall health maintenance. Objectives: We aimed to compile all available information on the importance of ergonutrition and supplementation in the recovery of WP players. This will help in understanding this sport’s specific challenges and requirements, enabling players and coaches to design more effective recovery plans to optimize performance, achieve goals, and successfully cope with intense training and competition. Method: English-language publications were searched in databases such as Web of Science, Scopus, SciELO Citation Index, Medline (PubMed), KCI Korean Journal Database, and Current Contents Connect using a series of keywords such as WP, nutrition, recovery, and ergogenic aids individually or in combination. Results: In the field of ergonutritional recovery in WP, certain supplements such as whey protein, beta-alanine, L-arginine, spirulina, and copper can be beneficial for improving performance and recovery. In some cases, WP athletes may consider using ergogenic supplements to further improve their performance and recovery process. However, it is important to bear in mind that any supplement should be carefully evaluated under the supervision of a health professional or a sports nutritionist, as some supplements may present side effects or unwanted interactions. Conclusions: Adequate ergogenic nutrition adapted to the needs of WP players is essential not only to optimize their athletic performance but also to ensure effective recovery and maintain their long-term health and general well-being. The application of these strategies should be evidence-based and tailored to the individual needs of the players and the specific demands of the sport. Future experimental research that can confirm our results is essential. Full article
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