Ashwagandha for Athletic Performance
A double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled trial on the effect of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera Dunal.) root extract in improving cardiorespiratory endurance and recovery in healthy athletic adults.
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Practical Takeaways
If you're an athlete looking to improve endurance, consider trying Ashwagandha root extract at 300mg twice daily for at least 8 weeks.
Not medical advice. For informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare professional. Terms
Practical Takeaways
If you're an athlete looking to improve endurance, consider trying Ashwagandha root extract at 300mg twice daily for at least 8 weeks.
Publication
Journal
Journal of ethnopharmacology
Year
2021
Authors
S. Tiwari, S. Gupta, A. K. Pathak
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Claims (6)
Taking ashwagandha supplements (an herb used in traditional medicine) every day for about 2 months might help people exercise longer without getting as tired by improving how efficiently their body uses oxygen during physical activity.
Taking ashwagandha root extract (300mg twice daily for 8 weeks) can help healthy athletes improve their VO2 max, which measures how well their body uses oxygen during exercise.
Taking ashwagandha root extract helps athletes recover better after working out, as measured by their Total Quality Recovery scores.
Taking ashwagandha root extract may help athletes have more antioxidants in their bodies, which could protect them from the harmful effects of exercise-related stress.
Can an herb called ashwagandha help athletes feel less tired and more energized?