Need Fresh Eyes on My Dissertation: Omega-3 & Muscle Research Question Help!

Hey everyone,

I'm currently working on my dissertation, which I’m focusing on skeletal muscle, omega-3 fatty acids, and resistance training. My research question at the moment is:

"How do n-3 fatty acids influence the impact of resistance training on muscle mass, strength, and function?"

However, I've hit a bit of a wall and could use some advice. My dissertation supervisor feels my question doesn’t quite align with what I’m studying, which has led to multiple rewrites without reaching a version he’s fully satisfied with.

I’m wondering if any of you have suggestions for refining my research question. I’ve thought about maybe shifting away from resistance training and instead exploring something like, "Does omega-3 boost mitochondrial function in muscle?" but I’m struggling with the wording and overall direction.

Honestly, it’s starting to knock my confidence—I feel like I don’t have a strong foundation for my dissertation, which is a bit daunting. Any feedback or ideas you might have would be hugely appreciated!

Thanks so much in advance for any help you can offer! 😊