Carb Drinks and Cycling in Heat Study
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial tests how different carbohydrate drinks and electrolytes affect your physical and mental performance when cycling in hot conditions. It may help you understand what to eat or drink for better endurance in the heat.
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Who can take part
- You train on a bike at least 3 times a week.
- You have no muscle or bone injuries in the past 2 months.
- Your BMI is between 18.5 and 30.
- Your fitness level (VO₂max) is above a certain number (51 for men, 45 for women).
- You are not pregnant, do not have certain health conditions (like kidney disease, heat stroke history, or esophagus problems), and are not taking testosterone therapy or certain medications.
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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