Exercise recovery

Researchers are testing whether eating pork-based protein meals before and after simulated firefighting tasks helps the body recover. The study enrolls 20 healthy adult firefighters who complete three meal conditions: pork protein, plant protein, and a carbohydrate-focused contro…

This study tests whether a 14-day course of a supplement containing taurine, caffeine, and phosphatidylserine helps professional male football players maintain physical performance, mental focus, and recovery. Participants are randomly assigned to receive the supplement or a plac…

This study tests whether a daily supplement called Levagen+ (PEA) can help trained cyclists recover from a week of intense training. Twenty healthy athletes will take either the supplement or a placebo for 45 days. Researchers will measure cycling performance, inflammation, stres…

This study tests whether a supplement called glucosyl-hesperidin (CitraPeak), derived from citrus, can improve exercise performance, blood flow, recovery, and cognitive function in 60 recreationally active adults aged 18-50. Participants will take either 200 mg, 400 mg, or a plac…

Researchers at Sam Houston State University are testing whether beef-based ready-to-eat meals help firefighters recover after simulated firefighting tasks. The study compares beef-based meals with plant-based meals in 20 healthy adult firefighters. Each participant tries both mea…

This study looks at whether taking vitamin C or ibuprofen before exercise stops the body from building a natural protection against muscle soreness. 52 healthy adults will do a stepping exercise and be tested for muscle function and recovery. The goal is to see if these common su…