The use of beta-alanine to produce muscle carnosine offers a way to increase anaerobic exercise potential and is likely to add to the effects of creatine in some exercise settings.

A build-up of metabolic waste limits muscle contraction, with hydrogen ions being the worst. This is promarily true of our fast twitch fibers, which are most sensitive to hydrogen ions and extremely susceptible to fatigue. If the hydrogen ions can be buffered, muscle strength can be maintained for a longer time beofre fatigue sets in. In the gym this benefit may translate into more reps with a given weight.

Studies have shown that increasing muscle carnosine by supplementing with beta-alanine may delay fatigue and improve muscular aspects of athletic performance.

Research also indicates that beta-alanine increases lactate threshold, improves the ability to maintain maximal power output during high intensity exercise, and decreases neuromuscular fatigue.