Protein and leucine for tactical athletes
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This study tests whether adding leucine (a protein building block) to your diet helps improve muscle strength and body composition during intense military training. If you join, you will follow a controlled diet and training program for several weeks.
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Who can take part
- You are male and between 18 and 35 years old.
- You are currently in an active military or Ministry of Defense tactical training program.
- You are physically fit and have medical clearance for intense training.
- You can follow a special diet and a training plan.
- You do not have heart, lung, muscle, or nerve problems, or a history of cancer, diabetes, thyroid issues, high blood pressure, or kidney failure.
- You are not taking medications that affect your metabolism or exercise performance, and you have no allergies to the study foods or supplements.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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