topicL-Citrulline Resistance Training Meta-Analysis
claimConclusion Chronic citrulline supplementation seems to enhance upper body muscular endurance and post-exercise NO X response to RT, but there is no apparent difference between LC and CM in these aspects.
evidence level2
citationBayat D (2025)
sourceChanges in resistance training performance, rating of perceived exertion, and blood biomarkers after six weeks of supplementation with L-citrulline vs. L-citrulline DL-malate in resistance-trained men: a double-blind placebo-controlled trial.
topicL-Citrulline Resistance Training Meta-Analysis
claimPurpose This study aimed to investigate and compare the effects of chronic supplementation with L-Citrulline (LC) vs.
evidence level2
citationBayat D (2025)
sourceChanges in resistance training performance, rating of perceived exertion, and blood biomarkers after six weeks of supplementation with L-citrulline vs. L-citrulline DL-malate in resistance-trained men: a double-blind placebo-controlled trial.
topicL-Citrulline Resistance Training Meta-Analysis
claimMethods Thirty-three resistance-trained men were randomly assigned to ingest LC (8 g), CM (12 g), or Placebo (PL) daily, along with participation in a 6-week RT protocol.
evidence level2
citationBayat D (2025)
sourceChanges in resistance training performance, rating of perceived exertion, and blood biomarkers after six weeks of supplementation with L-citrulline vs. L-citrulline DL-malate in resistance-trained men: a double-blind placebo-controlled trial.
topicL-Citrulline Resistance Training Meta-Analysis
claimEndothelial dysfunction is associated with hypertension and the age-related decreases in muscle mass and strength.
evidence level4
citationKang Y (2022)
sourceCombined L-Citrulline Supplementation and Slow Velocity Low-Intensity Resistance Training Improves Leg Endothelial Function, Lean Mass, and Strength in Hypertensive Postmenopausal Women.
topicL-Citrulline Resistance Training Meta-Analysis
claimL-citrulline supplementation (CIT) and slow velocity low-intensity resistance training (SVLIRT) have improved vascular function, but their effect on muscle mass is unclear.
evidence level4
citationKang Y (2022)
sourceCombined L-Citrulline Supplementation and Slow Velocity Low-Intensity Resistance Training Improves Leg Endothelial Function, Lean Mass, and Strength in Hypertensive Postmenopausal Women.
topicL-Citrulline Resistance Training Meta-Analysis
claimLeg curl strength increased greater with CIT + SVLIRT compared to PL + SVLIRT (Δ6.9 ± 0.9 kg vs.
evidence level4
citationKang Y (2022)
sourceCombined L-Citrulline Supplementation and Slow Velocity Low-Intensity Resistance Training Improves Leg Endothelial Function, Lean Mass, and Strength in Hypertensive Postmenopausal Women.