Effects of a 5-Week Probiotic Supplementation Intervention on Markers of Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness
The purpose of this study is to evaluate how probiotic supplementation (PS) influences post-exercise recovery in healthy, physically active young adults. Researchers aim to determine if the Lactobacillus casei probiotic strain reduces symptoms of delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS) based on perceived muscle soreness, pressure pain threshold, and power output following exercise induced muscle damage (EIMD).
• complete a minimum of 150 minutes a week of at least moderate intensity exercise in either an endurance-based or resistance-based training style based on a self-reported physical activity over the past month
• good general health with no injuries or health conditions that would affect physical activity
• willing to abstain from consistent NSAID use and other probiotic supplements over the course of this study