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The Habitual Behaviors and Perceptions of Physically Active University Students and Caffeine

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How old are you?

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How do you identify?

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What ethnicity best describes you?

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What sports or style of resistance training do you participate in?

This can include running, team sports, general gym training, powerlifting, swimming etc.
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What is your usual item of choice before physical activity?

Select one or more answers
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Does your item of choice change depending on the physical activity you're doing?

Please elaborate on the circumstances that may cause the change e.g. timing
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Why do you consume caffeine before physical activity?

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Do you know how caffeine works in the body to achieve its effects?

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What is your existing knowledge of caffeine?

E.g. effects on performance, appetite, anxiety, focus, mood etc.
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Do you know what is meant by a caffeine 'half-life?'

If yes, please explain what you know.
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Does your existing knowledge on caffeine dictate how you use it?

E.g. only in the morning etc.
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Do you find yourself reaching for caffeine during stressful/busy periods?

Please elaborate on why or how this affects you.
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Do you think you rely on caffeine?

This can be for physical activity, in general or other. Please explain why.
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Do you ever find yourself consuming caffeine late in the afternoon/evening while still knowing it may disrupt your sleep? If yes or no, please explain why.

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Have you ever taken a break from caffeine? If yes or no, please explain why.

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Have you ever had a bad experience with caffeine?

If yes, please state. (Optional)
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What is your overall opinion on caffeine?