Full Description
Understanding the influence and interaction between physical activity and the endocrine system are of paramount importance in dealing with a multitude of health problems. In Endocrinology of Physical Activity and Sport, renowned physicians and researchers provide a comprehensive and expanded update on the scientific, clinical and practical components of endocrinology as related to sport and exercise. The authors thoroughly review what is known about how such activity effects the endocrine system and how in turn these hormonal responses affect many other organs and systems of the body. In addition, aspects of endocrinology in non-glandular tissue which have endocrine actions are addressed; for example, adipocytes and the release of leptin and related adipocytokines. Further, a wide range of clinically related topics such as athletic amenorrhea, osteopenia, sarcopenia, and hypogonadism are included. This new edition critically integrates what is known about the complex interaction of the endocrine system in the sports context and will again prove immensely valuable to all physicians and clinical investigators treating those active in sports today.
Contents
Hormonal Response to ExerciseExercise and Endogenous OpiatesThe Effect of Exercise on the Hypothalamo-Pituitary-Adrenal AxisImpact of Chronic Training on Pituitary Hormone Secretion in the HumanExercise and the Growth Hormone-Insulin-Like Growth Factor-1 AxisThyroid Function and ExerciseThe Male Reproductive System, Exercise, and TrainingExercise and the Hypothalamus: Ovulatory AdaptionsExercise Training in the Normal Female: Effects of Exercise Stress and Energy Availability on Metabolic Hormones and LH PulsatilityAdrenergic Regulation of Energy MetabolismEnergy Balance and Weight Control (Male and Female): Endocrine ConsiderationsHormonal Regulation of Fluid Homeostasis During and Following ExerciseDiabetes and ExerciseHormonal Regulations of the Effects of Exercise on Bone: Positive and Negative EffectsThe Role of Exercise in the Attainment of Peak Bone Mass and Bone StrengthInterrelationships Between Acute and Chronic Exercise and the Immune and Endocrine SystemsExercise and the Developing Child: Endocrine ConsiderationsExercise and the Female Reproductive System: The Effect of Hormonal Status on PerformanceExercise and Pregnancy: Hormonal ConsiderationsThe Endocrine System in OvertrainingThe Effects of Altitude on the Hormonal Responses to ExerciseExercise, Circadian Rhythms and HormonesPhysical Activity and Mood: The Endocrine ConnectionHormones as Performance Enhancing Drugsody>
