The Navy SEAL Physical Fitness Guide - Uniformed Services ...

Nutritional ErgogenicAgentsErgogenic agents are by definition, substances or techniques that enhanceperformance. Because SEALs are required to perform at a high level both mentally andphysically, many are looking for substances or techniques to improve performance andprovide “an edge”. To perform longer, to be faster, to be stronger, and to be leaner, if not amission goal, are personal goals of many SEALs and elite athletes. People have been tryingto accomplish these goals for centuries through the use of ergogenic agents. It is our goalto present information about certain products commonly found in retail stores or by mailorder, that claim performance enhancing effects. For a detailed discussion refer to The NavySEAL Nutrition Guide. Specifically, this section will provide information on:" Nutritional Products Advertised as Ergogenic Agents." Protein-Carbohydrate Supplements.Nutritional Products Advertised asErgogenic AgentsThis section lists many of the nutritional ergogenic agents sold by manufacturerswith claims to “enhance performance” or have “muscle building” properties. Some havevalid claims whereas others do not. It is often difficult to differentiate false claims fromvalid ones if you haven't carefully researched each product individually. Many claimssound very scientific and convincing but, unfortunately, they are often false or unproven.For each agent described in Table 14-4, the claims, the usual dose used, and a comment areprovided.The Navy SEAL Physical Fitness Guide 241