Creatine for football players: power, speed, strength
Part of Bones, joints & muscles clinical trials.
This study tests whether taking creatine (a natural substance that helps muscles produce energy) for a short time can improve power, speed, and strength in young football players. If you play football at a semi-professional level and are generally healthy, this might be a good fit for you.
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Who can take part
- Be between 18 and 45 years old
- Currently play football at a semi-professional (regional) level and train/compete no more than three times a week
- No long-term injuries in the last six months
- Not taken creatine supplements in the last three months
- Able to swallow pills
- No medical conditions
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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