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In a 2022 study led by researcher Michal Botek and his research team , the effects of hydrogen-rich water (HRW) were tested on 16 professional football players. The results showed that drinking HRW before training improved performance at the end of sprints – running time was faster by 1.9–3.4% during the last repetitions compared to placebo.

Several previous studies have also investigated the potential effects of hydrogen on perceived fatigue (RPE) and post-exercise recovery. It has been found that HRW may contribute to lower lactate levels, better oxidative stress balance, and reduced muscle fatigue post-exercise. Although the results are not always conclusive, several data support the hypothesis that hydrogen can be a beneficial recovery aid for athletes.

You can find the original study here.