The Relationship between Cortisol and Bone Mineral Density in Competitive Male Cyclists

The Relationship between Cortisol and Bone Mineral Density in Competitive Male Cyclists

Objective. The purpose of this study was to determine whether race day cortisol was related to bone mineral density (BMD) in competitive male cyclists. A secondary purpose was to determine additional factors associated with BMD in competitive male cyclists. Methods. Measurements of lumbar spine and...

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Main Authors: Shannon L. Mathis, Richard S. Farley, Dana K. Fuller, Amy E. Jetton, Jennifer L. Caputo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2013-01-01
Series:Journal of Sports Medicine
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2013/896821

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