Elite Rowers' brain chemistry under the microscope after hard workouts

NCT ID NCT06683625

First seen Nov 20, 2025 · Last updated May 06, 2026 · Updated 21 times

Summary

This study looked at 27 elite Polish rowers to see if not eating enough (energy deficiency) changes brain chemicals like serotonin and dopamine, and how that affects performance. Participants did a tough exercise test, and researchers measured their stress hormones, mood, and recovery before, right after, and one hour later. The goal was to understand how energy levels and brain chemistry work together to help athletes train smarter.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Poznań University of Physical Education

    Poznan, Greater Poland Voivodeship, 61-871, Poland

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