After receiving his BS in Exercise Science and Health Promotion from Central Connecticut State University, Steven Vitti received his MS and PhD in Exercise Physiology from Springfield College.
Vitti's research interests involve examining the effects of dietary strategies and nutraceutical supplementation on health and performance outcomes and recovery from exhaustive exercise. His previous work explored the functional and ergogenic properties of several bioactive compounds in red beetroot. Vitti's current research interest continues his graduate work examining the ergogenic properties of betalains and investigating the potential mechanisms underpinning observed changes in performance.
Professional Society
American College of Sports Medicine (ACSM)
Mid-Atlantic ACSM
American Physiological Society
Selected Publications
Nirmal S, Olatunde OO, Medhe S, Vitti S, Khemtong C, Nirmal NP. Betalains Alleviate Exercise-Induced Oxidative Stress, Inflammation, and Fatigue and Improve Sports Performance: an Update on Recent Advancement. Curr Nutr Rep. 2023 Oct 12. doi: 10.1007/s13668-023-00500-0. Epub ahead of print. PMID: 37824059.
Vitti, S., Miele, E., Bruneau Jr, M. L., & Christoph, L. (2022). The Effects of a Six-Week Ketogenic Diet on CrossFit Performance Parameters: A Pilot Study. International Journal of Kinesiology and Sports Science, 10(2), 25-33.
Vitti, S., Bruneau Jr., M., Leyshon, K., Sotir, S., Headley, S., & O'Neill, E. (2021). The effects of betalain-rich concentrate supplementation in attenuating muscle damage following eccentric exercise. Journal of Human Sport and Exercise, 16(1): 112-121. https://doi.org/10.14198/jhse.2021.161.10
Editorial review board membership:
- Journal of Human Sport and Exercise
Research Interests
Investigating the effects of dietary strategies and nutraceutical supplementation on health and performance outcomes and recovery from exhaustive exercise.
MS & PhD, Exercise Physiology (2018)
Springfield College
Springfield, MA
BS, Exercise Science and Health Promotion (2012)
Central Connecticut State University
New Britain, CT