Bicarbonate for Runners: A Beginner’s Guide to This Performance-Enhancing Supplement
For years, endurance athletes have searched for safe, legal ways to squeeze out those extra seconds when it matters most. One of the lesser-known — but scientifically supported — options is sodium bicarbonate, more commonly known as baking soda.
Before you go raiding your pantry, here’s what runners need to know about using bicarbonate as a performance supplement.