The acute effects of L-carnitine supplementation on exercise performance in recreational CrossFit® practitioners Other
Conditions
Interventions
In this randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled crossover study, a free online randomisation tool (randomiser.org) was used to assign CrossFit practitioners to groups. They participated in two wo
Sponsors
Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
Male
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. Trained adult males aged 18-35 years old 2. A minimum of six months of CrossFit® experience 3. Required to have previously completed the “Cindy” workout routine
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. Diagnosed illnesses 2. Smoking 3. Recent use of medications or supplements (within the last three months) 4. Family history of seizures 5. Musculoskeletal injuries
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Exercise performance was measured using the total number of repetitions completed during the "Cindy" workout, a high-intensity CrossFit® protocol immediately after the workout in each session | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| 1. Ratings of Perceived Exertion (RPE) were measured using a standard Borg scale at the end of the workout 2. Blood Pressure (BP) was measured using a standard sphygmomanometer before and after the workout session 3. Gastrointestinal issues were measured using participant self-reporting at the end of the workout | — |
Countries
Mexico
Contacts
Public ContactAsli Devrim Lanpir
Outcome results
None listed