Journal of Osteoporosis and Physical Activity
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Heath Thornton

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• Research Article
  Mineral Density Levels in Male and Female Collegiate Cross Country Runners: Is there Reason for Concern?
  Author(s): Carter Denne, James Ross, Aubrey Bledsoe, Nathan Wooten, Katherine Adair, Heath Thornton and Peter Brubaker Carter Denne, James Ross, Aubrey Bledsoe, Nathan Wooten, Katherine Adair, Heath Thornton and Peter Brubaker
  
  Introduction: The results of several recent studies have questioned the consequences of high levels of running on bone mineral density (BMD). Elite endurance athletes experience high physiological stress which may negatively impact bone health. Thus, the purpose of this study was to examine the change in BMD in male and female Division I collegiate runners during a competitive Cross Country (CC) season. Methods: T wenty-three (1 1 male and 12 female) Division I collegiate CC runners (ages 18-22 year) were recruited for this study. Total/regional BMD and body composition was determined using dual x-ray absorptiometry. Caloric intake and running mileage was obtained from self-reported diet and training logs. All measures were performed prior to the start (pre) and immediately following (post) a three month collegiate CC season. .. View More»
  DOI: 10.4172/2329-9509.1000183

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