Investigating the effect of French bark extract, Pycnogenol, as a supplement to improve exercise performance in a population of cyclists.

Not Applicable

• Conditions: exercise performance; Alternative and Complementary Medicine - Other alternative and complementary medicine; Musculoskeletal - Normal musculoskeletal and cartilage development and function

• Registration Number: ACTRN12622000517774
• Lead Sponsor: a Trobe University

Brief Summary

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Detailed Description

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Study Timeline

• Results First Posted: 1900-01-01
• Study Start: 2022-03-31
• Last Update Posted: 27 February 2023

Recruitment & Eligibility

• Status: ot yet recruiting
• Sex: All
• Target Recruitment: 20

Inclusion Criteria

1. Adults between the ages of 18-45
2. Actively participate in cycling (minimum 3 sessions per week)
3. competitive C grade rider or higher, completing approximately 200 km or more per week

Exclusion Criteria

1) Are pregnant and/or breastfeeding.
2) Present with a history of treatment for metabolic disease (e.g., diabetes or cardiovascular disease).
3) Are currently using any prescription medication which could impact on inflammatory pathways (e.g., Warfarin, aspirin, ibuprofen [nurofen]).
4) Have any medical contraindications to exercise.
5) Are currently injured.

Study & Design

• Study Type: Interventional
• Study Design: Not specified