Investigating the Effects of Diet and Physical Activity on Esport Performance

Investigating the Effects of Diet and Physical Activity on Esport Performance

A randomized, counterbalanced intervention study in esport players.

The study will test whether i) the consumption of two different carbohydrate drinks and ii) the performance of regular high-intensity interval training will impact esport performance and metabolic profile.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Informed consent obtained
• Male or female aged 18-45 years
• Healthy
• Participants have to be part of an esport association and/or regularly participate in tournaments

Exclusion Criteria:

• diabetes mellitus type 1 or 2 (T1DM or T2DM)
• medication which impacts glucose metabolism or visual perception
• health issues like cardiovascular diseases, severe orthopaedic conditions or neurological impairments
• food allergies or intolerances, e.g. fructose malabsorption