Can collagen pills boost your workout results?

NCT ID NCT06061315

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether taking collagen peptides after resistance training helps untrained overweight men aged 30-60 build more lean muscle and strength compared to exercise alone. Eighty men were randomly assigned to receive either collagen or a placebo alongside a supervised workout program. Researchers measured changes in body composition and muscle strength using DXA scans and strength tests.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

collagen peptides (dietary supplement)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a simple way to boost muscle gain and fat loss in men starting exercise.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed trial with only 80 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. Supplements often show modest effects.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • The Department of Sports Science and Clinical Biomechanics at University of Southern Denmark

    Odense, 5000, Denmark