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Limited information is available concerning the effect of sMLCT on muscular performance or recovery after a muscle-damaging exercise protocol. The purpose of this study was to establish the effect of a novel formulation of sMLCT on muscular performance and recovery. Methods: Forty female adults (mean \u00b1 SD age = 22 \u00b1 3 years; body mass index = 23.5 \u00b1 3.4 kg\/m2) were randomized into one of two study groups, placebo control [CON; n = 20] or sMLCT [n = 20], and completed five total visits to the laboratory. The baseline (i.e., pre-exercise) assessments of muscle performance, size, and soreness were compared to assessments immediately following exercise and 24, 48, and 72 h post-exercise. Results: No statistically significant condition \u00d7 time interactions were noted for strength outcomes, although trends for condition \u00d7 time interactions were present for torque over 25 ms (p = 0.06) and peak torque (p = 0.05). Similarly, no condition x time interactions were present for ultrasound echo intensity, the subjective ratings of soreness and pain, thigh circumference, leg volume, and vertical jump performance. 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