A New Clinical Study Confirms: Ballstad Omega‑3 Enhances Performance in Trained Athletes
Elite athletes need more than training volume — they need faster recovery, sharper neurological function, and reduced inflammation. As a proud partner of SC Magdeburg, Ballstad is committed to providing supplements backed by real science, not marketing claims.
A new peer‑reviewed study published in Nutrients (2025)* tested Ballstad Omega‑3 during an 8‑week strength‑training program. The researchers used “Ballstad’s exact product at a daily dose of 3150 mg (EPA + DHA)” (Summary document). Thirty healthy men with over three years of training experience participated.
The results exceeded expectations.
Strong Anti‑Inflammatory Effects Than Typical Omega‑3 Studies: Faster Recovery, Less Tissue Stress
Inflammation is one of the biggest barriers to recovery and performance. In this study, athletes taking Ballstad Omega‑3 achieved:
- –41% CRP
- –31% IL‑6
- –27% TNF‑α
These reductions are far above the typical 10–20% seen in most Omega‑3 trials — and those are usually conducted on sedentary or clinical populations. For trained athletes, such improvements are rare and highly valuable.
The full scientific article confirms: “Levels of the inflammatory cytokines IL‑6 and TNF‑α were significantly reduced… indicating an enhanced antioxidant status.” (Nutrients 2025)
Neurological Benefits: Focus, Motivation, and Mental Sharpness
The study also measured neurotransmitters essential for performance under pressure:
- +19% dopamine
- +17% serotonin
- +12% BDNF
These compounds influence motivation, stress regulation, cognitive flexibility, and neuromuscular co-ordination — all critical for elite sport.
Performance Gains Across Strength, Power, and Agility
Ballstad Omega‑3 didn’t just support recovery — it improved training outcomes:
- +13.6% Bench Press 1RM
- +9.7% Squat 1RM
- +11.5% Jump Height (CMJ)
- –9.6% Agility Time (Illinois Test)
- +15% Reactive Strength Index
The study authors conclude: “Omega‑3 supplementation… demonstrated greater improvements in muscular strength, power, speed, agility, and reaction‑based performance.” (Nutrients 2025)
Why This Matters for Performance Staff
This is one of the few Omega‑3 studies conducted on already trained individuals, measuring outcomes that directly influence sport performance. It used a sport‑relevant dose, controlled diet, controlled training, and strict methodology.
Most importantly: The exact product used in the study is the same Ballstad Omega‑3 our partners and customers receive.
Ballstad is proud to support SC Magdeburg— and athletes worldwide — with supplements that stand up to scientific scrutiny. We are also proud to be listed as approved on the Cologne List.
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*Full scientific reference: Okut, S., Ozan, M., Buzdağli, Y., Uçar, H., İnaç, M.R., Han, M.T., Bayram, E., & Kiliç Baygutalp, N. (2025). The Effects of Omega‑3 Supplementation Combined with Strength Training on Neuro‑Biomarkers, Inflammatory and Antioxidant Responses, and the Lipid Profile in Physically Healthy Adults. Nutrients, 17(13), 2088. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu17132088
