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Eat And Run: Is Caffeine Good Or Bad For Athletes?

  • By Mario Fraioli
  • Published Aug. 17, 2011
  • Updated Mar. 15, 2012 at 5:09 PM UTC

In this video Dr. John Berardi breaks down the pros and cons of caffeine in an endurance athlete’s diet and explains why caffeine is likely the most underutilized ergogenic aid for athletes.

For more from Dr. Berardi’s Eat and Run Series, check out CompetitorTV.com.

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Mario Fraioli

Mario Fraioli

Mario Fraioli is the senior producer at Competitor.com. He was a cross country All-American at Stonehill College, has run 2:28 in the marathon, and coaches the Prado Women's Racing Team in San Diego.