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Muscle Weakness

Explanation

Muscle weakness reflects the skeletal muscle's capacity to generate force and is demonstrated through diminished strength and power. This may impact whole-body movement and performance. (source)

Impact

Addressing muscle weakness can enhance performance by improving strength and power output, leading to more effective whole-body movement and better results in activities requiring endurance and force.

Optimization

Supplement with Creatine: Creatine supplementation has been shown to improve strength performance. (source) Creatine serves as a quick energy reserve which increases work capacity and facilitates muscle strength and hypertrophy. (source) Recommendation: Supplement with at least 3 g of creatine daily.

Supplement with Vitamin D: Vitamin D supplementation has been shown to influence muscle quality and fiber expression, which are positively associated with muscle performance. (source, source, source)  Recommendation: Supplement with up to 2,000 IU of vitamin D daily.

Associated Biomarkers