Effect of Sodium Bicarbonate on Exercise Performance
Launched by FACULDADE DE MOTRICIDADE HUMANA · Oct 23, 2023
Trial Information
Current as of June 02, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Experimental design: The study consisted of a randomized, double-blind, controlled, crossover trial where 11 female football players performed, in a randomized order, two repeated sprints tasks in a cycle ergometer, after having ingested either sodium bicarbonate (SB) or placebo (PL). Body composition of the athletes was characterized by bioelectrical impedance analysis with a single frequency (50 kHz) device (BIA 101 Anniversary, Akern, Florence, Italy) before the exercise sessions. Data collection was separated by a period of at least one week within a period of time not exceeding one mon...
Gender
FEMALE
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Football players
- • Regularly training with a weekly microcycle consisting of 3 to 5 training sessions and 1 game at the weekend
- • Able to provide informed consent
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Injury occurrence in the month previous to data collection
- • Ergogenic supplements consumption in the month previous to data collection
- • Having known intolerance to sodium bicarbonate
About Faculdade De Motricidade Humana
The Faculdade de Motricidade Humana (FMH) is a leading academic institution dedicated to the study and advancement of human movement sciences. With a strong emphasis on research and innovation, FMH is committed to enhancing knowledge in fields such as exercise science, physical therapy, and sports medicine. The institution plays a pivotal role in clinical trials aimed at improving health outcomes and performance through evidence-based practices. By fostering collaboration among researchers, healthcare professionals, and communities, FMH strives to contribute significantly to the understanding of motor skills and their impact on overall well-being.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Lisbon, , Portugal
Patients applied
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported