The Effects of Supplementation on the Motor Abilities of Basketball Players: A Systematic Review
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Basketball, Motor abilities, SupplementsAbstract
Basketball belongs to team sports competitions that are becoming more and more intense, because it is characterized by the high physiological demands of the game itself. Explosive power, speed and agility are the motor abilities that distinguish top basketball players and are of crucial importance for success in modern basketball. Training activities of basketball players should inevitably include movement activities that will develop motor skills and improve technique. Sports supplementation is any dietary manipulation in an attempt to improve sports performance, and it has become very popular among athletes. In this regard, the aim of this study was to review the effects of supplementation on the motor abilities of basketball players. This study was conducted in accordance with the PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses) guidelines. The following index databases were used to collect adequate literature: Google Scholar, PubMed and Web of Science. The analyzed papers were published in Serbian and English. 14 original scientific studies were included in the final analysis. After analyzing the results, it is concluded that there are numerous supplements that can improve the motor skills of basketball players, such as: caffeine, whey/casein proteins, drinks with electrolytes, glutamine, b-alanine, while antioxidant supplements or beetroot juice were ineffective in improving motor abilities.
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