Abstract
Purpose: The role of nutrient timing in combination with heavy resistance is unclear. There is research to suggest that the consumption of protein pre- or post-exercise may enhance muscular size and strength. The purpose of this investigation was to ascertain the effects Pre versus Post exercise consumption of an amino-acid based supplement (NO Synthesize®) as it relates to the adaptive response to exercise.
Methods: Twenty healthy (n=20) well trained adult males and females (21.6 yrs ± 4.3, 67.9kg ± 9.8, 170.0cm ± 11) were recruited to participate in this 28 day intervention. Subjects were given informed consent and were subsequently tested in the Exercise and Sport Science Laboratory at Nova Southeastern University. Measures included body composition (i.e. body mass, fat mass, and fat free mass via the Bod Pod®) and exercise performance (i.e. muscular strength and muscular endurance) on the bench press. Food diaries were further analyzed.
Results: Findings determined no significant differences in exercise performance (i.e. muscular strength and muscular endurance) in the Pre versus Post exercise consumption groups.
Conclusion: Combining nutrient timing with heavy resistance training still remains unclear. Further investigation into protein pre-or post-exercise as it relates to the adaptive response to exercise must be analyzed.
Faculty Sponsors
Dr. Jose Antonio
Project Type
Event
Location
Alvin Sherman Library
Start Date
4-12-2013 1:00 PM
End Date
4-12-2013 5:30 PM
The Effects of Pre Versus Post Exercise Consumption of an Amino-Acid Based Nutritional Supplement: Effects on Body Composition and Performance
Alvin Sherman Library
Purpose: The role of nutrient timing in combination with heavy resistance is unclear. There is research to suggest that the consumption of protein pre- or post-exercise may enhance muscular size and strength. The purpose of this investigation was to ascertain the effects Pre versus Post exercise consumption of an amino-acid based supplement (NO Synthesize®) as it relates to the adaptive response to exercise.
Methods: Twenty healthy (n=20) well trained adult males and females (21.6 yrs ± 4.3, 67.9kg ± 9.8, 170.0cm ± 11) were recruited to participate in this 28 day intervention. Subjects were given informed consent and were subsequently tested in the Exercise and Sport Science Laboratory at Nova Southeastern University. Measures included body composition (i.e. body mass, fat mass, and fat free mass via the Bod Pod®) and exercise performance (i.e. muscular strength and muscular endurance) on the bench press. Food diaries were further analyzed.
Results: Findings determined no significant differences in exercise performance (i.e. muscular strength and muscular endurance) in the Pre versus Post exercise consumption groups.
Conclusion: Combining nutrient timing with heavy resistance training still remains unclear. Further investigation into protein pre-or post-exercise as it relates to the adaptive response to exercise must be analyzed.
