Active — Not RecruitingNot Applicable

SUSTAINA Study: Effects of Sustainable Diet and Therapeutic Exercise on Health in Young Athletes

Spain70 participantsStarted 2026-01-01

Plain-language summary

The SUSTAINA study aims to evaluate the effects of sustainable dietary programs combined with individualized therapeutic exercise on metabolic health, body composition, and musculoskeletal function in young athletes. Participants will be randomly assigned to different intervention groups receiving tailored exercise training and nutritional guidance based on Mediterranean diet principles. The study will assess physiological, anthropometric, and functional outcomes to identify effective strategies for preventing metabolic and musculoskeletal disorders.

Who can participate

Age range14 Years – 25 Years

SexALL

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Inclusion Criteria: * Age between 14 and 25 years * Regular participation in organized physical activity (≥4 days per week) * Healthy individuals without diagnosed metabolic or musculoskeletal disorders * Ability to participate in physical exercise programs * Written informed consent provided by the participant or legal guardian (for minors) Exclusion Criteria: * Presence of diagnosed metabolic disease (e.g., diabetes, cardiovascular disease) * Musculoskeletal injury or condition that prevents participation in exercise * Any medical condition contraindicating physical activity * Use of medication or treatment that may affect metabolic or physical performance outcomes * Failure to comply with study procedures or intervention protocols

What they're measuring

Change in fat mass

Timeframe: Baseline to 9 months

Change in lean body mass

Timeframe: Baseline to 9 months

Trial details

NCT IDNCT07567066

SponsorUniversity of Alicante

Sponsor typeOTHER

Study typeINTERVENTIONAL

Primary completion2026-06-30