Timing-dependent effects of melatonin supplementation on exercise performance and exercise-induced muscle damage: a systematic review and meta-analysis - PubMed
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- Melatonin supplementation has timing-dependent effects on exercise performance and muscle damage.
- Evening administration with >6-h intervals before exercise enhances endurance and explosive power.
- Higher doses (6-10 mg) and athlete populations show greater performance improvements.
- Melatonin significantly reduces creatine kinase levels, indicating reduced muscle damage.
- Adolescents (≤18 years) experience enhanced explosive power responses to melatonin.