Increasing strength and building muscle are only possible through the complex interaction of several hormones in the body. These hormones signal the building and breaking down of muscle protein in the cells. In addition to training, nutrition and recovery also play also play a decisive role. In this study we would like to investigate how how the hormone profile changes after a strength training session as function of other depending on other stress factors.

The participants will be invited to three appointments in our laboratory. On the first two days strength tests in bench press and squat will be performed. On the third day, all participants will complete a strength training session. Additionally, they will be exposed to a mentally relaxing or challenging situation.

Saliva samples will be collected before, during and after the entire protocol to examine the building and breaking down hormones. Participants will gain insight into their strength performance and hormone profiles.

3 appointments within approximately 2 weeks.

The appointments last 1 - 2 hours