Is HICA Effective for Athletes? Examining the Scientific Evidence
                                
                                
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                                According to a 2010 study published in the *Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition*, soccer players supplementing with HICA experienced less muscle soreness and slightly greater lean body mass gains over a four-week period. These preliminary findings have fueled a growing interest among athletes, prompting the critical question: is HICA effective for athletes, and what does the wider body of evidence truly indicate?