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Old 07-01-09, 08:27 AM
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Originally Posted by tadawdy
caffeine is a proven ergogenic aid. among other things, it heightens alertness and encourages fat metabolism. It only has these effects, though, if it is used infrequently (and is obviously addictive). If you drink coffee everyday, your body becomes acclimated to it, and the performance gains are minimal without a higher dose.
incorrect. A recent study had the exact opposite conclusion about acclimation and tolerance.

Furthermore, the potentiation of force during submaximal electrical stimulation is identical in habitual and nonhabitual caffeine consumers.
Do you have evidence to support your statement or are you just guessing?
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