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November 2003 PMID 12797841

The exercise-induced growth hormone response in athletes.

Richard J Godfrey, Zahra Madgwick, Gregory P Whyte

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The discussions reflect a high level of interest, with comments referencing key findings such as the differential effects of endurance versus sprinting exercise on HGH levels, illustrated by phrases like 'sprinting does' and 'HIIT works better.' The tone varies from scientific analysis to personal anecdotes, demonstrating both engagement and recognition of practical significance, though the overall impact appears moderate based on the focus on personal and athletic benefits rather than broader societal implications.

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Most discussions support the findings of the publication, emphasizing that exercise type and intensity influence growth hormone response, with some even suggesting specific practical applications like sprinting or HIIT.

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The posts show high interest, as they delve into specific exercise strategies and physiological effects, reflecting curiosity about the implications for training and health.

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Several comments reference scientific details, personal experiences, and practical advice, indicating deep engagement with the research and its relevance.

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While mainly focused on individual implications, some posts highlight the importance of optimizing exercise for health and athletic performance, suggesting moderate perceived impact.

Abstract in brief

  • Human growth hormone (hGH) is released in pulses mainly due to sleep and exercise, playing key roles in growth, muscle and bone turnover, fat metabolism, and maintaining body composition.
  • The exercise-induced growth hormone response (EIGR) varies with exercise type, with resistance training causing significant EIGR influenced by load and frequency, while endurance exercise's impact depends on intensity, duration, and mode, often requiring intensity above the lactate threshold.
  • Chronic exercise training effects on EIGR are unclear; some studies suggest endurance training may decrease resting hGH levels and reduce EIGR, but findings are not conclusive.]
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Peter Moore
@moorecases · X

@SirHerb_the3rd For 50 year-old sprinters like me, lactate could possibly be the fountain of youth because it appears to be the best way to stimulate production of HGH, as suggested in this research report: https://t.co/kW7PIxaGZ7

Sep 8, 2022 · 4 likes · 510 followers View post →
Peyman Azad
@Dr_PeymanAzad · X

مهم‌ترین عامل رشد قد ژنتیکیه. اون‌هم به خاطر بیشتر بودن هورمون رشد. تحقیقات نشون داده دو‌ تا کار میتونه باعث تحریک ترشح هورمون رشد میشه: فعالیت بدنی و ‌خواب مناسب. https://t.co/zZD7ZNOfnW. https://t.co/OzxxM5tQnh https://t.co/bRQtf3kRhq

Sep 3, 2023 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 215 followers View post →
Jason Montfort
@JasonMontfort · X

@lulubellrunner @runcamille Despite being an old paper (2003) this is a good general coverage of how different types and intensity of exercise can influence growth hormone. Personally I find I feel and perform better in running when I'm doing consistent strength training https://t.co/fV9OHllTXL

Aug 10, 2022 · 2 likes · 203 followers View post →
Dr. Asuman Lukwago
@ps_lukwago · X

@CaryKelly11 , look at this Abstracts: The exercise-induced growth hormone response in athletes https://t.co/Q9HsKK4ATf

Mar 7, 2022 · 1 like · 35,096 followers View post →
Adrian Hop
@healingbelief · X

Jan 8, 2025 · 1 like · 363 followers View post →
Fez☯️
@Zenfrog4 · X

HGH secretion follows a circadian rhythm, influenced by factors like exercise and sleep. This study shows Exercise-induced hGH response varies with intensity, duration, and type of exercise. https://t.co/Snr2ouvb7B

Oct 27, 2023 · 3,219 followers View post →

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@Zenfrog4 · X

HGH secretion follows a circadian rhythm, influenced by factors like exercise and sleep. This study shows Exercise-induced hGH response varies with intensity, duration, and type of exercise. https://t.co/Snr2ouvb7B

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@AShaykh_Morteza · X

RT @Dr_PeymanAzad: مهم‌ترین عامل رشد قد ژنتیکیه. اون‌هم به خاطر بیشتر بودن هورمون رشد. تحقیقات نشون داده دو‌ تا کار میتونه باعث تحریک ترشح…

Sep 3, 2023 · 2 shares · 996 followers View post →
Samira
@fggybrainislost · X

RT @Dr_PeymanAzad: مهم‌ترین عامل رشد قد ژنتیکیه. اون‌هم به خاطر بیشتر بودن هورمون رشد. تحقیقات نشون داده دو‌ تا کار میتونه باعث تحریک ترشح…

Sep 3, 2023 · 2 shares · 558 followers View post →
Peyman Azad
@Dr_PeymanAzad · X

مهم‌ترین عامل رشد قد ژنتیکیه. اون‌هم به خاطر بیشتر بودن هورمون رشد. تحقیقات نشون داده دو‌ تا کار میتونه باعث تحریک ترشح هورمون رشد میشه: فعالیت بدنی و ‌خواب مناسب. https://t.co/zZD7ZNOfnW. https://t.co/OzxxM5tQnh https://t.co/bRQtf3kRhq

Sep 3, 2023 · 4 likes · 2 shares · 215 followers View post →
Oleg A. Chagin
@Oleg_A_Chagin · X

The exercise-induced growth hormone response in athletes - PubMed https://t.co/hHe9eWGiYx

Jun 19, 2023 · 1,133 followers View post →
Peter Moore
@moorecases · X

@wolfejosh @joshmnicholson And this one describes how moderate-intensity endurance exercise doesn't change HGH noticeably but sprinting does: https://t.co/kW7PIwSxKZ

Oct 7, 2022 · 510 followers View post →
Peter Moore
@moorecases · X

@SirHerb_the3rd For 50 year-old sprinters like me, lactate could possibly be the fountain of youth because it appears to be the best way to stimulate production of HGH, as suggested in this research report: https://t.co/kW7PIxaGZ7

Sep 8, 2022 · 4 likes · 510 followers View post →
Peter Moore
@moorecases · X

@lpolovets The conventional wisdom among adult exercisers is wrong. Don't do masochistic high-volume endurance exercise. Sprinting ("HIIT") works better. https://t.co/NmDMCoyQy8

Aug 26, 2022 · 510 followers View post →
Jason Montfort
@JasonMontfort · X

@lulubellrunner @runcamille Despite being an old paper (2003) this is a good general coverage of how different types and intensity of exercise can influence growth hormone. Personally I find I feel and perform better in running when I'm doing consistent strength training https://t.co/fV9OHllTXL

Aug 10, 2022 · 2 likes · 203 followers View post →
Ivan Tigran
@ivan_tigran · X

https://t.co/QfJaGRxw57

Mar 24, 2022 View post →
Dr. Asuman Lukwago
@ps_lukwago · X

@CaryKelly11 , look at this Abstracts: The exercise-induced growth hormone response in athletes https://t.co/Q9HsKK4ATf

Mar 7, 2022 · 1 like · 35,096 followers View post →
Sure Tips Lord
@Sure_Tips_Lord · X

Optimal levels are especially important during weight loss, injury recovery, and athletic training (Source (https://t.co/xWoXUCo4o3), Source (https://t.co/2QN3LIcYox), Source (https://t.co/hsOSZGRyY9), Source (https://t.co/Itq0nKVtr1)).

Mar 16, 2021 · 169 followers View post →