Watermelon juice: the new Post-Workout wonder drink?

NCT ID NCT03380195

First seen Jan 25, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 17 times

Summary

This study looks at whether drinking watermelon juice before exercise can help your heart rate return to normal faster and reduce muscle soreness the next day. Healthy adults aged 21-50 will compare watermelon juice to Gatorade, sugar water, or plain water. The goal is to find a simple, natural way to improve recovery after a workout.

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Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Exercise and Nutritional Sciences, SDSU

    RECRUITING

    San Diego, California, 92182-7251, United States

    Contact Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••

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