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Hormonal Regulations of the Effects of Exercise on Bone: Positive and Negative Effects

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Exercise is generally thought to have a positive effect on bone; numerous studies indicate that bone mass is increased with training. Increasing physical activity levels throughout the life-span has been recommended for preventing the development of osteoporosis [1]. It has become evident, however, that too much exercise in combination with deficient energy intake may be detrimental to bone in some individuals. This may be owing to hormonal changes that occur when the body attempts to conserve energy or when an individual is under excess stress.

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Chilibeck, P.D. (2013). Hormonal Regulations of the Effects of Exercise on Bone: Positive and Negative Effects. In: Constantini, N., Hackney, A. (eds) Endocrinology of Physical Activity and Sport. Contemporary Endocrinology. Humana Press, Totowa, NJ. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-62703-314-5_14

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