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Sorry, a shareable link is not currently available for this article. This category of supplements that claims to increase mitochondrial biogenesis, fat oxidation, and endurance capacity or performance is perhaps the largest group of supplements, but it is also the one with the least solid evidence.
A host of ingredients have been linked to improvements in cell signaling that could then trigger mitochondrial biogenesis. These include, but are not limited to the catechins epicatechin and epigallocatechin gallate, polyphenols such as resveratrol and quercetin, caffeine reviewed in [ 10 , 92 ] , and conjugated linoleic acid [ 93 ].
Although there are some promising results, especially in animal models, translation to healthy trained athletes is often problematic. For example, while green tea extracts containing the active component epicatechin and epigallocatechin gallate have been shown to increase fat oxidation and performance in mice [ 94 ], in humans, these effects were not found [ 95 ] after 7—28 days of green tea extract supplementation.
Two recent review articles summarized the effects of these small nutritional bioactives [ 10 , 92 ] and although there are some promising findings in some areas, the evidence does not seem convincing enough to formulate practical guidelines for the use of any of these compounds.
It is important to note that several studies have suggested that certain supplements and, in particular, a high intake of antioxidants could actually reduce the training adaptation to exercise [ 9 ].
Not all studies have demonstrated such effects and differences between studies may be a function of the specific antioxidants used, and the dose and timing of intake [ 96 ].
However, more work is clearly needed and it seems wise to recommend avoiding high doses of antioxidants at this point in time if the main goals are to develop long-term training adaptations.
In summary, training adaptations are the result of a complex interplay between nutrition and exercise. Therefore, by manipulating nutritional intake, it is possible to promote training adaptations. Several strategies have been developed to this effect, some of which have more evidence in support than others.
The most common methods are training with high-carbohydrate availability train high and training with low-carbohydrate availability train low. There are many variations of each of these methods.
In addition, because the gut is an important organ, methods to improve gut function faster absorption and reduced GI distress have also been developed. There are also certain ingredients supplements that may increase the effects of training.
All of these methods can be captured under the umbrella of periodized nutrition. Nutritional training is another term that is sometimes used and this term can be used interchangeably. Which of these methods should be used depends on the specific goals of the individual and there are no methods that will address all needs.
In the years to come, we will undoubtedly begin to obtain a better understanding of the molecular bases for training adaptations and find ways to better incorporate and integrate periodized nutrition into training methods. Paulsen G, Cumming KT, Holden G, et al. Vitamin C and E supplementation hampers cellular adaptation to endurance training in humans: a double-blind, randomised, controlled trial.
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A recommended approach to overcome these negatives is a periodized approach to carbohydrate intake. Carbohydrate can be restricted for selected training sessions aiming to enhance training adaptations.
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