The article discusses the supplementation of ß-alanine (BA), a natural beta amino acid as an additional dietary supplement for athletes to enhance their training and competitive performance. It mentions that BA supplementation can increase muscle carnosine concentration. It notes that carnosine content of rowers and 800-meter track runners was higher equated to marathon runners. It outlines practical recommendations in using BA supplementation to enhance exercise performance.
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