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Whether it is to out-perform the competition or maximize personal potential, athletes are competitive by nature. This drive to succeed, and a growing awareness that nutritional choices can influence athletic performance, has fueled an explosion in the interest of nutritional ergogenic aids; dietary compounds that enhance athletic performance. Very few nutritional ergogenic aids that are marketed to athletes possess scientific evidence. However, an ever-increasing amount of research demonstrates that whey proteins provide the athlete with a number of exclusive benefits. Whey proteins promote efficient recovery, stronger immunity and better results from exercise training. Some clinical trials show direct improvements in athletic performance by incorporating whey proteins into the diet