The other group of 10 subjects took an equivalent mass supplement of dextrose which served as a placebo. They were also of a healthy weight and had an average BMI of 24.1 kg/m2, average body fat content of 17.6%, and average age of 24.2 years. Both groups of subjects participated in moderate-intensity aerobic exercise for three 40-minute sessions per week for a total of 12 weeks and had the same diet.
Among the studies, the increase in bench press 1 repetition maximum ranged from 3% to 45%, while improvement in weightlifting performance in the bench press ranged from 16% to 43%. They help repair damaged muscles and can improve recovery time. Nothing beats a tall, cold, frosty pint of beer soothing every muscle after an intense workout. But considering its hefty health warnings and weight worries, it seems counterintuitive to indulge post-workout.