Testosterone and Adipokines are Determinants of Physical Performance, Strength, and Aerobic Fitness in Frail, Obese, Older Adults

In this study, we evaluated the independent and combined effects of baseline circulating gonadal, anabolic hormones and adipokines on physical function in 107 frail, obese (BMI ≥ 30 kg/m2), and older (≥65 yr) subjects. Our results showed significant positive correlations between circulating testost...

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Main Authors: Lina E. Aguirre, Irum Zeb Jan, Kenneth Fowler, Debra L. Waters, Dennis T. Villareal, Reina Armamento-Villareal
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2014-01-01
Series:International Journal of Endocrinology
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2014/507395