The Effect of Protein Ingestion on the Recovery of Skeletal Muscle Function Following Eccentric Exercise.
Not Applicable
Completed
- Conditions
- Healthy
- Registration Number
- NCT02980900
- Lead Sponsor
- University of Exeter
- Brief Summary
The present study will assess the effect of the type and timing of protein ingestion 6 days prior to, and 7 days following eccentric exercise on the time course of 1) the recovery of muscle function, 2) the recovery of perceived muscle soreness, 3) muscle metabolism.
- Detailed Description
Not available
Recruitment & Eligibility
- Status
- COMPLETED
- Sex
- All
- Target Recruitment
- 36
Inclusion Criteria
- Men and women who are generally healthy and recreationally active
Exclusion Criteria
- Active cardiovascular disease or hypertension
- Diagnosed metabolic impairment
- Use of nutritional supplements
- Use of anti-inflammatory medications
- Habitual dietary protein intake of <0.8g/kg/day
- Musculoskeletal disorders
Study & Design
- Study Type
- INTERVENTIONAL
- Study Design
- PARALLEL
- Primary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method Isokinetic force production of the knee extensor muscles 14 days
- Secondary Outcome Measures
Name Time Method Thigh volume 14 days Perceived muscle soreness 14 days Isometric force production of the knee extensor muscles 14 days Muscle protein synthesis 14 days
Trial Locations
- Locations (1)
Sport and Health Sciences
🇬🇧Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom
Sport and Health Sciences🇬🇧Exeter, Devon, United Kingdom