Geen aandoeningen -
Conditions
Interventions
One group receives twice daily 2 capsules with an omega-3 supplement (Trimare
fish oil, 1000 mg per capsule containing 600 mg omega-3) for six weeks. The
placebo group will receive twice daily 2 cap
Sponsors
Vrije Universiteit
Eligibility
Age
18 Years to 99 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Rowers - Male or female - Member of the Dutch National Rowing Team or the talent team of the Dutch Rowing Team. - Aged 18-45. - Rated as low risk participant, based on the anamnesis form (see protocol; chapter 14.1).;Speed skaters - Male or female - Speed skater of the track selection Haarlem, regional talent centre Haarlem, marathon speed skating team Haven Amsterdam/SKITS or being an elite international speed skater. - Aged 18-45 year. - Rated as low risk participant, based on the anamnesis form (see protocol; chapter 14.1).
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: A potential subject who meets any of the following criteria will be excluded from participation in this study: - Use of omega-3 PUFA supplements in the month prior to the start of the study - No low risk classification based on the anamnesis form (appendix 1; chapter 14.1). - Use of blood thinners. - Low blood pressure (diastolic
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| The main study parameters are exercise performance (time trail) and the underlying performance-determining variables (VO2max, VO2 at the ventilatory threshold, anaerobic capacity, and gross efficiency) which are determined pre and post intervention. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| In addition to the exercise tests, blood samples and ultrasound measurements will be taken pre- and post-intervention. | — |
Countries
Netherlands
Outcome results
None listed