Experimental design
TG
The participants were familiarized with all study procedures one week prior to the start of the training programs. Height, weight, and body composition were measured for each of the participants, who were then randomly assigned into one of the four equally sized groups (17 per each): Control group (CG), Supplement group (SG), Training group (TG), and Training + supplement group (TSG). During the study, 8 participants from different groups withdrew from the study for medical reasons, employment related difficulties or lack of interest in continued participation, leaving 15 participants per group. Each group received instructions on performing the training protocols during the third session when body composition variables and VO