J Appl Physiol (1985) September 1999 PMID 10484567

Effects of heavy-resistance training on hormonal response patterns in younger vs. older men.

W J Kraemer, K Häkkinen, R U Newton, B C Nindl, J S Volek, M McCormick, L A Gotshalk, S E Gordon, S J Fleck, W W Campbell, M Putukian, W J Evans

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The overall discussions reflect strong support and interest, with many posts emphasizing the significance of the findings for older adults, such as 'strength gains were nearly identical between 30 and 62,' and using tone and phrases like 'age is no excuse,' which reinforce the positive impact of resistance training regardless of age.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions express support for the study's findings, emphasizing that older men response positively to resistance training, with comments like 'age is no excuse' and 'strength gains are similar.'

InterestHigh interest

There is high interest shown by users exploring the implications for older adults and strength training, demonstrated by mentions of 'building strength at 62' and importance of training routines.

EngagementModerate engagement

The discussions include specific references to training practices and hormonal effects, indicating a moderate level of engagement where users analyze methodological and practical aspects.

ImpactModerate impact

While some posts highlight the encouraging results for aging populations, overall impact remains moderate as the discussions focus on reinforcement of known ideas with some emphasis on practical applications.

Abstract in brief

  • This study examined how heavy resistance training affects hormone levels in younger (30 years old) and older (62 years old) men over 10 weeks, measuring hormones like testosterone, cortisol, growth hormone, and IGF-related proteins before and after exercise.
  • Both groups showed increases in muscle strength and size, but younger men had higher baseline testosterone levels, while older men showed significant hormonal responses, such as increased total testosterone and decreased cortisol, especially early in the training program.
  • Overall, older men do respond hormonally to strength training, but their responses differ from younger men, indicating age-related changes in how the endocrine system adapts to resistance exercise.]

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JT | Jerry Teixeira
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Age is no excuse You can build strength at 62 similarly to 30 Strength gains were nearly identical between the 2 groups Hypertrophy was greater in the 30 group But perhaps this could be mitigated with higher protein/ caloric intake in the 60 group https://t.co/DVzCMAJnhp

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Eat well, sleep well, lift heavy, live well

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This #tbt from @japplphysiol in 1999 was shared around a lot this week! Effects of heavy-resistance training on hormonal response patterns in younger vs. older men https://t.co/RqGlQhntGR https://t.co/JqwY6KCCyp

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Erik Jasper Kier
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4. Lift heavy weights And make sure you Squat and/or Deadlift heavy at least once per week. https://t.co/WDCRgVlE0k

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“男の終わり”の正体と対策 ↓ ↓ ↓ https://t.co/kNuJggReTn #ナイスミドル #イケオジ #男磨き、#自分磨き #イケオジボディを作ろう #ナチュラルトレーニー #アンチドーピング https://t.co/nfmTP3sJIH

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@Dykefagtory المواقع تسهل القراءة، واظن بيكون في بالمصادر مراجع اصلية، عموما هذول لقيتهم قبل لكن حسيت لغتهم علمية الدقيقة تصدع بالراس https://t.co/gvFH38Gmjv https://t.co/AscloZncGb

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دراسة تجريبية تثبت فعالية تمارين المقاومة في رفع هرمون التستوستيرون في عمر ٣٠ الى عمر ال ٦٥ سنة

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4. Lift heavy weights And make sure you Squat and/or Deadlift heavy at least once per week. https://t.co/WDCRgVlE0k

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The Unwinder
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Acutely, testosterone *usually* goes up, depending on intensity and when tests are done. The effect is blunted in older people though. https://t.co/tw75lFSOM2

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APS Publications
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This #tbt from @japplphysiol in 1999 was shared around a lot this week! Effects of heavy-resistance training on hormonal response patterns in younger vs. older men https://t.co/RqGlQhntGR https://t.co/JqwY6KCCyp

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Age is no excuse You can build strength at 62 similarly to 30 Strength gains were nearly identical between the 2 groups Hypertrophy was greater in the 30 group But perhaps this could be mitigated with higher protein/ caloric intake in the 60 group https://t.co/DVzCMAJnhp

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