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Research Spotlight: Citrulline malate improves strength endurance

  • Citrulline malate (CitMal) replaces arginine in pre-workout supplements for better nitric oxide production and improved blood flow and muscle function.
  • A meta-analysis shows CitMal has a significant, though small, impact on strength endurance across various body parts during resistance exercises.
  • Recommended dosage of CitMal for enhancing strength endurance is 6-8g, taken about an hour before exercise in a 2:1 Citrulline:Malate ratio.
  • CitMal is cost-effective and has a sour taste that mixes well with sweet beverages, making it a user-friendly supplement option.
  • Further reading on citrulline and nitric oxide supplements' benefits on strength and hypertrophy can be found in related articles.
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