Caffeine and performance: study of placebo effect
Treatments studied
This trial looks at how believing you had caffeine might affect your physical performance, even if you didn't actually consume it. It's for healthy active adults who regularly drink caffeine and are interested in how our minds can influence our bodies during exercise.
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Who can take part
- You are between 20 and 35 years old.
- You are a healthy adult who exercises regularly.
- You have normal or corrected-to-normal vision (wearing glasses or contacts is fine).
- You regularly consume caffeine (like coffee, tea, or energy drinks).
- You do not have any serious medical conditions, injuries, or sleep issues.
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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