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LactiGo Rapidly Improves Sprint Performance

LactiGo Rapidly Improves Performance

A Gel Delivers Immediate Performance Gains

High-intensity sports like rugby, soccer, and basketball cause muscles to quickly fill with acid, leading to fatigue and reduced power.

The study evaluated the effects of a topical carnosine-based gel on athletic performance during high-intensity exercise. Results showed that using the gel led to measurable improvements in power output compared to a placebo, suggesting potential benefits for short-duration, repeated-effort activities.

Participants

7 World Class Male Rugby Players

Seven elite rugby sevens players completed a grueling repeated-sprint test twice. Once with the active carnosine gel and once with a placebo gel, to see if the topical application could deliver quick results.

How the Study Was Conducted

Triple Blind

The players, data collectors, and analysts didn't know who received which treatment.

Crossover

Each player completed both the Carosine Gel and the Placebo Gel test, separated by 7 days.

Performance Test

Protocol

12 intermittent sprints on a cycle ergometer

Activity Cycle (Repeated 12x)

24s cycling at a fast pace, 6s maximum intensity sprint, 30s rest

Break

2 min half-time break after Sprint 6

Impressive Results in Peak Power Output

Peak Sprint Power Change

Overall Impact

Peak power output increased by +5% to +12.5% across the sprints

+12.5%

largest increase being in sprint 8

Conclusions & Implications

The study found that athletes using the carnosine gel demonstrated measurable improvements in peak power during repeated sprints compared to placebo. These performance benefits appeared rapidly after application, suggesting that the topical format may offer a convenient and efficient way to support high-intensity exercise output.

1
Speed of Effect

The positive performance effects occurred within 45 minutes. This is a major advantage over traditional oral supplements, which require a loading phase of 2–4 weeks.

2
Efficiency of Effect

LactiGo improved peak power production during intermittent, high-intensity exercise in elite athletes.

3
Practical Applications

This research suggests that topical carnosine formulations may offer a convenient option for athletes and active individuals seeking to support performance and recovery during high-intensity activity.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. LactiGo products are for external use only and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or medical condition. Results may vary. If you are pregnant, nursing, have allergies, or are under medical care, consult your healthcare provider before use. Referenced information is third-party research and should not be considered a direct study of any LactiGo product or formulation.