Do smelling salts improve strength? One trial in trained men found a rise in early rate of force development but no significant change in maximal force or jump power
Oct 27
3 min read
Ammonia inhalants, sold as smelling salts, are widely used by athletes in competition. They were made to treat fainting, but athletes use them for a jolt of arousal before a heavy attempt. The sensation is unmistakable. Whether it moves more weight is a separate question, and the controlled data are limited.
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