Effects of L-arginine on recovery after exercise
EFFECTS OF L-ARGININE SUPPLEMENTATION ON THE RECOVERY OF CARDIORESPIRATORY PARAMETERS AFTER SUBMAXIMAL EXERCISE TEST
This study is testing whether taking L-arginine can help people recover better after exercise compared to a placebo.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 35 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 30 Years |
| Sex | Male |
| Sponsor | Universidade Estadual Paulista Júlio de Mesquita Filho Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Presidente Prudente, São Paulo) |
| Trial ID | NCT06405477 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates how L-arginine supplementation affects the recovery of cardiorespiratory parameters following submaximal exercise tests. Conducted at the Stress Physiology Laboratory of UNESP, the study involves controlled environmental conditions and specific pre-test protocols to ensure accurate measurements. Participants will undergo two exercise phases, with one receiving L-arginine and the other a placebo, while various physiological parameters are monitored. The aim is to clarify the role of L-arginine in enhancing recovery post-exercise.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are physically active males aged 18 to 30 with a BMI between 18.5 and 29.9.
Not a fit: Patients with cardiorespiratory, neurological, or other significant health issues, as well as sedentary individuals, may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights into nutritional strategies for improving recovery and performance in physically active individuals.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific effects of L-arginine on recovery are not widely studied, similar nutritional interventions have shown promise in enhancing athletic performance and recovery.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Male, aged between 18 and 30 years, body mass index (BMI) between 18.5 and 29.9 kg/m2 and physically active according to the international physical activity questionnaire Exclusion Criteria: * Individuals who are sedentary and insufficiently active according to the IPAQ questionnaire, who present cardiorespiratory, neurological, renal, endocrine, metabolic, musculoskeletal disorders and other known or reported impairments that prevent the subject from performing the procedures, smokers, alcohol drinkers, users of medications that influence the autonomic nervous system and individuals with systolic pressure greater than 130 mmHg and diastolic pressure greater than 85 mmHg at rest
Where this trial is running
Presidente Prudente, São Paulo
- Unesp — Presidente Prudente, São Paulo, Brazil (Recruiting)
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.