Investigating how testosterone affects muscle growth and memory

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This project aims to explore the mechanisms behind muscle hypertrophy and muscle memory induced by testosterone and resistance training in healthy individuals. Participants will receive testosterone undecanoate while their muscle physiology is monitored. The study will focus on understanding how testosterone influences muscle adaptation and retention of strength over time. By examining these effects, the research seeks to provide insights into optimizing muscle health and performance.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Healthy men and women
* BMI of \<26 and normal ECG and blood pressure

Exclusion Criteria:

* Smoking
* Chronic disease,
* Use of prescription medication
* Pain due to current or previous musculoskeletal injury
* Resistance training more than once per week in the 12 months leading up to the intervention
* Current or previous use of prohibited anabolic substances

Where it's running

• The August Krogh Section for Human and Molecular Physiology, Department of Nutrition, Exercise and Sports, University of Copenhagen
  Copenhagen, Denmark Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Lukas Moesgaard
• Email: lm@nexs.ku.dk
• Phone: +4561724440

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.