Wheat Peptides as Catalysts for Athletic Performance Improvement in Cross-Country Skiers: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

ABSTRACT:

Objectives

This study investigated the efficacy of wheat peptide supplementation compared to regular proteins in elite cross-country skiers, providing insights into the metabolic and performance effects of these supplements in order to guide athletes in selecting optimal energy sources for training and competition.

Methods

Nineteen healthy male cross-country skiers were enrolled and assigned to either the peptide group (PEP, n = 9) or the protein group (PRO, n = 10). A four-week intervention study involving supplementation with wheat peptides/regular proteins was conducted, and pre- and post-intervention assessments were performed to evaluate exercise capacity and metabolic profiles.

Results

The study found that the PEP group and the PRO group showed dis

SUBMITTER: Xiang M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11509286 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Oct

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature