L-Carnitine: the secret to less muscle pain after exercise?

NCT ID NCT07492446

First seen Mar 26, 2026 · Last updated May 11, 2026 · Updated 8 times

Summary

This study looked at whether taking L-carnitine supplements for 21 days can reduce muscle damage and soreness after high-intensity interval training in young male athletes. Thirty athletes were randomly assigned to receive either L-carnitine or a placebo. The goal was to see if the supplement helps with recovery and performance.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Istanbul Sabahattin Zaim University, Faculty of Sports Sciences

    Istanbul, Küçükçekmece, 34303, Turkey (Türkiye)

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