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Amino Acid
Beta-alanine for Exercise-Induced Lactic Acidemia
N/A
Waitlist Available
Research Sponsored by University of Saskatchewan
Eligibility Criteria Checklist
Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial Must have
Be older than 18 years old
Timeline
Screening 3 weeks
Treatment Varies
Follow Up baseline, 3 weeks
Summary
This trial will test if taking beta-alanine for a few weeks can help CrossFit athletes perform better by reducing muscle acid build-up. Participants will be given beta-alanine and their performance will be measured at different points. Beta-alanine has been shown to improve exercise performance and reduce neuromuscular fatigue, particularly in older subjects, with regular supplementation.
Timeline
Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~ baseline, 3 weeks
Screening ~ 3 weeks
Treatment ~ Varies
Follow Up ~baseline, 3 weeks
Treatment Details
Study Objectives
Study objectives can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.Primary study objectives
Change from baseline in time to perform a "Fran" CrossFit workout
Secondary study objectives
Change from baseline in respiratory exchange ratio
Trial Design
2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Placebo Group
Group I: Beta-alanineExperimental Treatment1 Intervention
Beta-alanine to be given for three weeks
Group II: MaltodextrinPlacebo Group1 Intervention
Placebo to be given for three weeks
Treatment
First Studied
Drug Approval Stage
How many patients have taken this drug
Beta-alanine
2013
N/A
~220
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Who is running the clinical trial?
University of SaskatchewanLead Sponsor
256 Previous Clinical Trials
154,440 Total Patients Enrolled
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Eligibility Criteria:
This trial includes the following eligibility criteria:- You have taken beta-alanine within the last six months.You have experienced a serious physical injury within the last six months.You must have been doing CrossFit for at least one year.You exercise with CrossFit at least twice a week.You have changed the amount of any nutritional supplement you take in the last month.
Research Study Groups:
This trial has the following groups:- Group 1: Maltodextrin
- Group 2: Beta-alanine
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This trial has the following timeline:- Screening: It may take up to 3 Weeks to process to see if you qualify in this trial.
- Treatment: The duration you will receive the treatment varies.
- Follow Ups: You may be asked to continue sharing information regarding the trial for 6 Months after you stop receiving the treatment.
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