Miércio Soares de Melo

Acute effect of caffeine on dynamic and isometric kimono grip performance in experienced Brazilian jiu-jitsu athletes: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover trial

Abstract Purpose Caffeine (CAF) is a well-established ergogenic aid; however, its effects on sport-specific grip performance in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (BJJ), particularly when dynamic and isometric components are assessed within the same protocol, remain unclear. This study investig...

Effects of isolated and combined supplementation of caffeine and capsaicin on a self-paced 10-km running performance

Abstract Purpose To investigate the acute effects of isolated and combined caffeine and capsaicin supplementation on performance and physiological, perceptual, and subjective responses during a self-paced 10-km run. Methods This randomized, double-masked, placebo-controlled cross...