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Powerlifting may boost testosterone and improve cholesterol in athletes

NCT ID NCT07398248

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Ramazan Erdoğan Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at how an 8-week powerlifting program (squats, bench press, deadlifts) affects hormones, metabolism, and cholesterol in 30 male basketball players aged 18-24. Participants were randomly assigned to either powerlifting training or their usual basketball routine. Blood samples were taken before and after to measure changes in testosterone, cortisol, thyroid hormones, and other markers. The goal is to understand the physiological effects of powerlifting on athletes.

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Active substance
Powerlifting-based training (squat, bench press, deadlift exercises)
What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help coaches and athletes understand how powerlifting training influences hormone levels and metabolic health, potentially improving training programs.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with only 30 male basketball players, so results may not apply to other groups. The study measures blood markers, not long-term health outcomes.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

30 people

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Started

Jan 2025

Finished

Oct 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 24 years

Sex

Male participants only

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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Male basketball players aged 18 to 24 years * At least two years of regular sports experience * Actively participating in basketball training and competition * Voluntary participation with written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * History of musculoskeletal injury or surgery within the last six months * Presence of chronic disease or metabolic disorder * Use of performance-enhancing drugs or hormonal supplements * Participation in another structured training program during the study period

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Conditions

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metabolic disease

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Hormonal response Metabolic parameters Physical fitness

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Faculty of Sport Sciences

    Tunceli, Center, 62000, Turkey (Türkiye)

  • Munzur University

    Bitlis, Tunceli, 62000, Turkey (Türkiye)

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