Effects of a 5-Week Probiotic Supplementation Intervention on Markers of Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness

Inclusion Criteria: * 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 Exclusion Criteria: * known musculoskeletal injuries or physical limitations that could interfere with performing the designated physical activity required * underlying conditions that could place them at an increased risk during exercise such as cardiovascular, respiratory, or metabolic diseases * currently take a probiotic supplement, are prescribed and taking an antibiotic during the intervention, or report using NSAIDs or steroids within the recovery time window * report using an NSAID more than twice a week on a regular basis